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Spain

Spanish Constitution (1) The dignity of the person, the inviolable rights which are inherent, the free development of the personality, respect for the law and the rights of others, are the foundation of political order and social peace.  (2) The norms relative to basic rights and liberties which are recognized by the Constitution shall be interpreted in conformity with the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and the international treaties and agreements on those matters ratified by Spain.
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The constitution of Spain demonstrates the country's intolerance towards the violation of human rights and the protection they guarantee of each citizen's rights.

Spanish Prime Minister Zapatero's Remarkable Gay Marriage Speech The Prime Minister of Spain stated that, "It is true that they are only a minority, but their triumph is everyone's triumph... this law will generate no evil; its only consequence will be the avoiding of senseless suffering of decent human beings. A society that avoids senseless suffering of decent human beings is a better society." While other countries have yet to legalize gay marriage, Spain has permitted same-sex marriage since 2005. Their leader encourages the well-being and happiness of all Spanish citizens.

**Artifacts:** Spain World Cup Win to Spur Spain Fiscal Economic Growth After Spain's win over the Netherlands in the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, Spain's economy has grown. In addition to their high spirits and pride after win an international title and becoming the European soccer champions, their win spurred massive consumer spending within the country, leading to a growth in the economy.

Country Report on Spain The U.S. Department of State reported no unlawful killings by the government or its agents and no politically motivated disappearences. within Spain. The constitution and laws prohibit in humane treatment of citizens, and the government generally respected this prohibition. Prison conditions generally met international standards, and the government permitted visits by independent human rights observers. Prisons were overcrowded, with an inmate-per-cell ratio of approximately 1.6. Two new prison facilities opened during the year to correct the problem. Spanish have rights similar to Americans: freedom of speech and press, freedom of assembly, freedom of religion, freedom of education and internet usage, freedom of movement and the protection of refugees, and freedom to peacefully change the government. Spain's constitution additionally calls for the right to a fair and honest trial.



﻿After Spain's win over the Netherlands in the World Cup 2010, Spanish nationality soared. Being European champions, and the first time Spain had ever won the World Cup, it was a triumph for their country and a great addition to their history.