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Quels sont les principaux discours théoriques qui justifient le contrat? Cet ouvrage est un recueil de divers travaux qui vont puiser, au sein de l'univers sociétal et culturel, de nouvelles pistes de réflexion quant au sens à donner au contrat juridique de droit civil. Nous avons opté pour des détours hors du discours doctrinal usuel afin de nourrir une recherche de renouveau épistémologique sans cesse à poursuivre. En empruntant ces chemins...
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In this essay, I discuss, with empathy, the concept of same-sex marriage from the perspective of someone who has both religious faith and a legal mind. In my view, opposition to marriage equality is not only misguided, but also morally, ethically, and legally wrong, and undermines the very institution of marriage. As the Bible says, "Love is happy with the truth," and love is all that matters.
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"Navigating Homosexualism in the Muslim World: Legal Challenges" is a compelling, in-depth examination of the intricate and often contentious relationship between Islamic law, societal norms, and homosexuality. This groundbreaking book delves into the legal and social challenges faced by homosexual individuals in various Muslim-majority countries, offering a nuanced exploration of a subject that remains largely taboo and misunderstood in these regions.The...
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Discover the Magic of Law – Made Simple!Ever felt like the Law is a puzzle you can't crack?Meet "Indian Law for a Common Man," your friendly guide to understanding law without headaches!No fancy terms, just clear explanations – Unlock the Power of Legal Knowledge in Just 3 Hours! Uncover your rights and what you need to know as a citizen. Whether you're a student, worker, or a curious person, this book makes law easy, from property to protection...
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Eu égard à notre responsabilité de Berger et sans être partisan d'un quelconque courant politique, nous considérons qu'il est impérieux d'orienter cette population abattue et languissante et de ne pas la laisser à la merci des opportunistes ou des personnes sans scrupules, qui n'ont qu'une pensée en tête, à savoir la conquête du pouvoir à tout prix même sans respect de la vie humaine, ni la prise en compte des lois et des intérêts suprêmes...
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Most of the leaders in any kind of leadership role would always complain that their decisions that have been miscalculated and resulted in loss of time and material for the organization are because of wrong advice or incomplete information. Thereby, leadership theory needs to study the role of a side kick as an entirely independent and self regulating role in organization theory. This book points towards the importance of auxiliary roles in deciding...
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Be inspired by the extraordinary life of a grassroots movement lawyer and civil rights hero.
Born in 1947, and raised in rural South Carolina, Lewis Pitts was ignorant of civil rights movements underway across the country. As a directionless, white college student, he committed to military service and was destined for Vietnam. However, five years later – after undergoing an intellectual and moral awakening, being discharged as a conscientious objector,...
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Julie de Lima's milestone essay,"The Pen and the Gun, 1968-2018 : Fifty Years of Art and Culture in the Filipino People's Struggle for National and Social Liberation is her keynote address to the golden anniversary of the Communist Party of the Philippines. It is at once a comprehensive chronicle of revolutionary cultural production and an analysis of how art and literature function in a milieu of the militant struggle for national national and social...
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Governments and bureaucracies are bigger and more controlling than ever. A citizen's own ability to control his or her own life has never been less than it has today. How did we get to this point? Jim Bovard, bestselling author of Lost Rights, looks at the development of the State into a behemoth that threatens to destroy the individual at the cost of preserving the idea of "statism"--the belief that government is inherently superior to the citizenry,...
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The Toss of a Coin – voices from a modern crisis is the life stories of refugees from across Africa and the Middle East, in their own words. It is the story of a Civil War, its causes and aftermath, told by Libyans who fought on either side – and those forced from their homes by a war they could not or did not want to fight. It is the story behind the term 'intervention': the people it affects, and how they respond. It is the story of how Libya...
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Le nouveau code civil est une évolution du texte ancien et apporte également quelques nouveautés dont l'essentiel est abordé dans le présent abrégé qui à pour but d'être d'abord un manuel pratique.
Le Livre 3 du nouveau Code civil rassemble les dispositions relatives à la gestion du patrimoine.
Au travers des différents chapitres de ce abrégé pratique, les nouveautés sont abordées et discutées :
• Les biens & droit réels...
12) Lux Eorum
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In this enlightening dialogue, we delve into the intricate fabric of governance, exploring the individual and psychological imperatives that underpin our collective quest for political regulation. With a keen eye on the dynamics of liberal society and the nuances of democracy, the conversation unfolds into a nuanced exploration of political change.The dialogue commences by probing the fundamental question of why individuals feel an inherent need for...
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La narcodictadura de Nicolás Maduro ha puesto en ejecución nuevas formas de represión, entre ellas: Miembros de colectivos armados junto a militares reprimiendo a los manifestantes, ataques contra vehículos particulares y edificios residenciales, torturas, asesinados con disparos en la cabeza.
Las mismas imágenes que se repiten en distintas ciudades del país, en el marco de las protestas contra el Gobierno de Nicolás Maduro.
"No recuerdo...
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Faites la lumière sur le dédale complexe des aides financières de l'État avec "Trésors Publics". Cet ouvrage essentiel et fascinant vous invite à une plongée audacieuse dans l'univers du financement public. Alliant récits historiques, tactiques gagnantes, et leçons tirées des revers, ce guide est une boussole précieuse dans le monde souvent impénétrable des subventions gouvernementales.
À travers "Trésors Publics", partez à la...
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Les États du Sahel ont réagi aux défis posés par les groupes terroristes en adoptant des mesures d'urgence, entraînant un recul de l'État de droit. Dans la lutte contre le terrorisme, des compromis ont été faits au détriment des droits fondamentaux, menaçant ainsi les principes démocratiques. Au nom de la sécurisation, l'État de droit est mis à rude épreuve, conduisant à sa mise en berne et sa supplantation par le droit à la sécurité....
16) The Struggle for the People's King: How Politics Transforms the Memory of the Civil Rights Movement
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"Finalist for the PROSE Award in North American and US History, Association of American Publishers" Hajar Yazdiha is assistant professor of sociology and a faculty affiliate of the Equity Research Institute at the University of Southern California.
How the misuses of Martin Luther King's legacy divide us and undermine democracy
In the post–civil rights era, wide-ranging groups have made civil rights claims that echo those made by Black civil...
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Dive into the riveting world of historical intrigue with "Did The Catholic Church Order Abraham Lincoln's Assassination?" as it unravels a compelling narrative that challenges conventional wisdom. In this thought-provoking exploration, the author delves into the shadowy corridors of history, meticulously examining the conspiracies and controversies surrounding one of America's most iconic figures. This book is not just a historical account; it's a...
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Atheneum Books for Young Readers
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[2024]
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Empowering and educational, this nonfiction picture book about James Weldon Johnson, an NAACP leader who wrote the uplifting poem "Lift Every Voice and Sing," shows how he led thousands of Black people in the Silent Protest Parade for civil rights down New York's Fifth Avenue.
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Harper, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers
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[2024]
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Highlighting people such as Madonna Thunder Hawk, Basemah Atweh and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., this picture book affirms people of color--of all shades--by celebrating their achievements and contributions to society.
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Seal Press
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"Black resistance to white supremacy is often reduced to a simple binary, between Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s nonviolence and Malcolm X's "by any means necessary." In We Refuse, historian Kellie Carter Jackson urges us to move past this false choice, offering an unflinching examination of the breadth of Black responses to white oppression, particularly those pioneered by Black women. The dismissal of "Black violence" as an illegitimate form of resistance...
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