Dutchess County Celebrates the 70th Anniversary
of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights
Earlier today, at the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum in Hyde Park, Dutchess County Executive Marc Molinaro joined speakers and panelists to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the United Nations General Assembly’s adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights on December 10, 1948.
In his remarks, entitled “Small Places,” County Executive Molinaro presented to those in attendance a call to action to uphold and instill in themselves and others the message and work of the Roosevelts to preserve and uphold human rights for every individual; it’s a message that transcends time and geography, which can start in our own small places – our homes, our neighborhoods, our communities – and can have far-reaching benefits. You can view County Executive Molinaro’s remarks by clicking the image below or read them here.
Dutchess County thanks the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum for hosting this important event, from which great progress can be made – both locally here in Dutchess County and throughout our nation. The message of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights is timeless and one that must be continually fought for to ensure the rights every individual deserves.