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    Apr 21

    He confronted racial injustice. He refused to compromise. He inspired others. Athlete and activist Colin Kaepernick () is our Ambassador of 2018.

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    23 hours ago

    YES ❤️❤️❤️❤️ RP

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  3. Retweeted
    7 hours ago

    Colin Kaepernick explained why he sacrificed his career in the NFL to stand against systemic racism as he received Amnesty International’s highest honor

    Kaepernick Receives Ambassador of Conscience Award
    Colin Kaepernick explained why he sacrificed his career in the NFL to stand against systemic racism as he received Amnesty International’s highest honor
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  4. 5 hours ago

    Ahead of the Summit between the leaders of North and South Korea this week, we ask if change is really around the corner. Find out why we think human rights change is possible in

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  5. 6 hours ago

    is a war zone, but has sent 7100 people there so far this month. "The scale of this crackdown is extraordinary" says . More here:

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  6. 8 hours ago

    We all have the right to health and to receive healthcare. And yet, austerity measures in are making it harder for some of the most vulnerable people to claim that fundamental right.

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  7. Retweeted
    Apr 23

    Human rights defenders & other civil society actors need our support & solidarity as they face the effects of a crackdown that shows no sign of abating. New briefing out on Thursday. For media inquiries contact press@amnesty.org or

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  8. Retweeted
    Apr 21

    He confronted racial injustice. He refused to compromise. He inspired others. Athlete and activist Colin Kaepernick () is our Ambassador of 2018.

    402 replies 8,004 retweets 22,964 likes
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  9. Retweeted
    Apr 23

    Amnesty International has named Colin Kaepernick Ambassador of Conscience for his fight against racial injustice.

    Colin Kaepernick Wins Prestigious Amnesty International Award
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  10. Retweeted
    Apr 23

    “Seeking the truth, finding the truth, telling the truth and living the truth has been, and always will be what guides my actions.”

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  11. Apr 23

    He confronted injustice. He inspired others. He took a knee, refusing to ignore or accept racial discrimination. Meet our new Ambassador of , Colin Kaepernick () →

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  12. Apr 23

    Colin Kaepernick, our Ambassador of 2018, refused to ignore or accept racial discrimination. He fought against injustice. He spoke truth to power. He inspired others. Have you ever acted on your ? Tell us your story →

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  13. Apr 23

    We congratulate Mahmoud Abu Zied Shawkan (), journalist and prisoner of conscience, for receiving 's 2018 press freedom award! We continue to call on to .

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  14. Retweeted
    Apr 22

    Over the years has awarded the to some extraordinary people. This year was the incredibly worthy recipient. Sometimes the frontline of the battle for human rights is closer than you think. ✊🏽

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    Apr 22

    His legacy will loom large. Far beyond the NFL and it’s shameful actions. He is destined for more. Congratulations, . You are valued. You are respected. You are admired by so many of us. Onward, brother!

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    Apr 22

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    “I would like 2 thank Amnesty International 4 The Ambassador of Conscience Award.But in truth,this is an award that I share with all of the countless people throughout the world combating the human rights violations of police officers.”
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  17. Apr 23

    Thank you for refusing to compromise. Thank you for inspiring others. Thank you for your courage.

    “I would like 2 thank Amnesty International 4 The Ambassador of Conscience Award.But in truth,this is an award that I share with all of the countless people throughout the world combating the human rights violations of police officers.”
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    Apr 22

    . joins the ranks of Nelson Mandela and Malala Yousafzai

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  19. Apr 22

    ⚡️ “Amnesty International names Colin Kaepernick the Ambassador of Conscience”

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  20. Retweeted
    Apr 21

    Sometimes, to stand up for justice, you have to kneel. Colin Kaepernick received the Ambassador of Conscience award 2018.

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    Apr 21

    The former N.F.L. quarterback Colin Kaepernick said he shared the award from Amnesty International with "all of the countless people throughout the world combating the human rights violations of police officers.”

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