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June 2, 2021 Dispatches

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Repeal the Abusive Law, Stop Persecution of Activists

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Egypt: President Should Act to Unshackle Freedoms

Urgent Action Needed to Address Serious Concerns Raised by UN Rights Bodies

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Stop Spreading Disinformation; Ensure Access to Testing, Health Care, Vaccines

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Supporters Include Coca Cola, Intel, EY, PwC, Salesforce, Deloitte, SegaSammy

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Brazil: Investigate Rio Police Command for Deadly Raid

Police Killed 27 People in Low-Income Neighborhood; 1 Officer Died

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