The United States is committed to the worldwide elimination of torture and we are leading this fight by example.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The U.S. commits to ending torture worldwide.
- In plain terms
- America will help eliminate torture globally.
- What can you take from it?
- Torture elimination is a stated national goal.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is the goal achievable?
- How does policy match rhetoric?
Another view
It conflicts with some U.S. policies on detention and interrogation.
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