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Statement by President Obama on the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture

Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–June 24, 2011.  

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As we mark the anniversary of the United Nations’ Convention Against Torture, I join people around the world in honoring the victims of torture, paying tribute to all those who are courageously working to eradicate these inhuman practices from our world, and reaffirming the commitment of the United States to achieving this important goal.

Generations of Americans have understood that torture is inconsistent with our values.  Over two decades ago,…

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