Jimmy Carter: Why I believe the mistreatment of women is the number one human rights abuse
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With his signature resolve, former US President Jimmy Carter dives into three unexpected reasons why the mistreatment of women and girls continues in so many manifestations in so many parts of the world, both developed and developing. The final reason he gives? "In general, men don't give a damn."
Former President Jimmy Carter explores the inequalities faced by women both domestically and internationally. Whether it's in college or the workplace, Carter asks for us all to take steps toward protecting women's basic human rights.
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