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Some humans lack their basic human rights and are lacking the education, freedom, and respect that they deserve. Women and girls are banned from going to school, or seeking a useful education, simply because of their sex. Middle Eastern countries that are controlled by the Taliban or other restricting groups attempt to silence women and prevent them from speaking out, yet young women like Malala Yousafzai have done just that. Political figures including Hillary Clinton have also mentioned similar topics to try to bring about change. In New York, Malala Yousafzai delivered a speech to the United Nations. Yousafzai addresses the issue of human rights for women and their treatment in certain countries. She stresses the importance of women not

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