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Security Council issue I think Richard Dicker made some great points about the participation of the UN Security Council and how it relates to the legitimacy of the ICC. The Security Council plays an important role because...	13 years 13 weeks
Mass Rape issue In other lectures we discussed some of the difficulties in protecting and promoting victims’ rights. We made the assertion that with such varied crimes and the differences between individual...	13 years 13 weeks
Efficiency issue I am a HUGE proponent for the court becoming more efficient. I think in order for any state to take the institution seriously, the ICC must start delivering quicker and more cost effective results....	13 years 13 weeks
Victims Lecture issue This was definitely one of the guest lectures that I enjoyed the most. Carla Ferstman did a great job advocating for a clearer role and better protection of victims involved in the ICC's hearings. I...	13 years 13 weeks

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