International human rights law: shaping global norms and challenging misconceptions.
International human rights law involves many different voices, like diplomats, politicians, and NGOs, shaping its development. These interactions can lead to misunderstandings and misrepresentations of the law. For example, claiming the death penalty is illegal under international law can be risky without proper legal support. Similarly, confusing the responsibilities of successor governments with those of preceding ones shows a lack of understanding of international law. It's important to carefully develop legal arguments with references to maintain credibility in discussions about human rights.