Jose Vivanco
Jose Vivanco
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We are convinced there is more than enough evidence than what the Chilean Supreme Court normally requires for an indictment. Denial of extradition would be incomprehensible, inexcusable.
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We don't understand why Cuban families have to pay the price for an ill-conceived policy.
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Fujimori has repeatedly claimed that there is no evidence against him and that these charges are nothing more than political persecution. But in the cases we examined, substantial testimony and documentation point to his direct criminal responsibility for serious human rights abuses and institutionalized corruption.
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The government's approach to demobilization allows paramilitary commanders to put on a show of disarming some troops, ... But the government has not truly attempted to dismantle their mafia-like networks, seize their illegally acquired fortunes or ensure a full cessation of abuses.
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This case is extremely complex and confusing. Nobody is predicting that it is going to be resolved quickly.
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Whatever the ruling party?s intentions, this reform will increase the vulnerability of Argentina?s courts to political pressure. It's a big disappointment given all that this government has done to restore the credibility of Argentine justice and strengthen the rule of law.
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In a region where far too many human rights violators have escaped justice, Mexico is setting an important example that other countries should emulate.