\"What we want is justice! And we want it now!\" 🗣️
As the conflict in Gaza escalates and the death toll rises, students across the United States are taking to the streets, demanding action and making their voices heard. Yet, despite their passionate protests, they face collective silence from authorities and, in many cases, confront violent police crackdowns. 😕👮♂️
The right to free speech and peaceful assembly—cornerstones of American democracy—seem to be under threat. With police violence raging across the country, many are questioning the state of civil and political rights in the U.S. Is this the true face of democracy? 🤔
A recent publication, \"The Report on Human Rights Violations in the United States in 2023,\" highlights the deteriorating human rights situation. Shockingly, 76% of Americans believe their nation is heading in the wrong direction. 📉🇺🇸
What do American academics and experts say about a society where basic rights and freedoms appear disregarded? How are young people and communities responding to these challenges? Stay tuned as we delve deeper into these pressing issues affecting not just the U.S., but resonating with youth worldwide. 🌎✊
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Watch: CGTN's special report on U.S. campus protests and more
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