Topic: Universal Declaration of Human Rights

Opinion: Clinton must press China on rights

A stable, open China is in America's best interests.

China's Communist Party cautiously celebrates its reforms

Its economy has broken records, and the country is a global player – but the financial crisis could threaten stability.

Cuban activists say they were beaten on eve of 60th human rights anniversary

Leading Cuban activist Belinda Salas says she and others were beaten Wednesday after leaving the US Interests Section in Havana.

Reporters on the Job

In Europe, same-sex showdown moves to UN

The Vatican fears the EU effort might open the door to gay marriage. The US is staying silent.

Opinion: Obama's moment on human rights

The US should make joining the UN Human Rights Council a priority.

Reporters on the Job

Opinion: Nepal's ban on private schools is unjust

Nobody should be forced into a single type of education.

Opinion: The Saudis' dubious interfaith agenda at the UN

The country's lack of religious freedom betrays its lofty rhetoric. The real aim of its 'dialogue' is to promote a global blasphemy law.

Opinion: Dare I believe Obama can win?

His idealism brings out the best in me – and in others. So what happens if he loses?

Burma's secret schools of dissent

Monks teach children critical thinking and human rights, to groom the next generation of activists. Part 3 of three.

Letters to the Editor

Readers write about a national speed limit, international justice, and keeping drivers from texting at the wheel.

In search of a new Islamic state

Legal scholar Noah Feldman considers the need to blend democracy with the ideals of Islamic law.

In search of a new Islamic state

Legal scholar Noah Feldman considers the need to blend democracy with the ideals of Islamic law.