Monday, June 14, 2010

Human Slavery Still Exists For Millions

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton unveils the 2010 U.S. report on human trafficking in Washington. Photo from Radio Free Europe

World Makes Progress Against Slavery, But 13 Nations Lag -- Christian Science Monitor

The US State Department's annual report on modern-day slavery cites greater determination worldwide to stamp it out. But 13 nations are on the list of sluggards neglecting the issue.

The United States is hailing growing determination in most corners of the globe to combat modern-day slavery through stepped-up law enforcement and legislative action. That’s the good news.

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More News On World Slavery

US Report Cites 13 Countries for Human Trafficking -- Voice of America
U.S. Human Trafficking Report Cites Progress, Persistent Challenges -- Radio Free Europe
US puts nations on notice for trafficking -- AP
U.S. human trafficking report includes U.S. cases for first time -- CNN
U.S. ranks itself in trafficking -- Politico
Human Trafficking a Problem in Major Cities Across US -- Voice of America

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