Johnny has right to information, Sally to expression, Mom & Dad are left in the lurch

No Thank You, Mom and Dad

Posted by: admin on April 25th, 2008
Tag(s): Convention on the Rights of the Child • CRC • parental rights

Part II of an In-depth Look at Article 13 of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child

In an age where information is becoming easier to access every day, children face new and uncharted risks. Our American heritage has long honored the right of parents to direct their child’s access to information, recognizing that in the vast majority of circumstances, parents are best situated to monitor their child’s activities and to provide necessary guidance during the transition from childhood to adulthood. Unfortunately, this vital role is being undermined by the rising tide of international thought, far removed from our own tradition and championed by international agreements like the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC).
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