Is the U.S. Ready for Human Rights? :: Discussion Guide The
articles mentioned below are available on our website: see our
Focus index to our Human Rights issue. You are welcome to
download and photocopy the articles free of charge. If you would
like to purchase multiple copies of YES! or subscriptions for
your class or group, please phone 800/937-4451. The United
States has been proud of its leadership in human rights. Many
times throughout history, we have amended our constitution to
answer demands for increased tolerance and equal treatment of
all citizens. Yet now we find uncharged captives held
indefinitely in Guantánamo Bay, reports of torture in Abu
Ghraib, limits on prisoners' access to habeas corpus, and other
violations. In order for any great nation to progress, it must
reflect upon itself, celebrating its accomplishments, addressing
areas of concern, and working towards improvement. One of the
key goals of this issue of YES! is to present such a “look in
the mirror” for the United States. This dis