UN 종교자유 발언 핵심 5가지
도널드 트럼프 미국 대통령이 23일(현지 시간) '종교자유 수호 글로벌 콜'에 참석해 “종교의 자유”를 주제로 유엔 총회를 개최한 첫 미국 대통령이 됐다. 이날 행사에는 130여 개국의 국가원수와 안토니오 구티에레스 유엔 사무총장이 참석했다. 다음은 트럼프 대통령 연설의 다섯 가지 주요 핵심들과 전문이다.
1. 권리는 하나님으로부터 나오기 때문에 양도할 수 없다.
"미국은 우리의 권리가 정부로부터 오는 것이 아니라 하나님께로부터 온다는 원칙 위에 세워졌다. 이 불멸의 진리는 우리의 독립선언서에서 선포되고 헌법의 권리장전 제1차 수정안에 명시되어 있다. 우리나라의 건국자들은 평화롭고 번영하며 미덕을 갖춘 사회라고 할지라도 개인의 종교적 신념에 대한 권리보다 더 근본적인 권리가 없다는 것을 알았다.
2. 종교의 자유를 누리는 지구인은 20%에 불과하다.
“세계 인구의 약 80%가 종교의 자유가 위협받거나 제한되거나 심지어 금지된 나라에 살고 있다." 퓨 리서치(Pew Research)는 종교에 대한 정부의 제한이나 사회적 적대감이 있는 나라에 살고 있는 전세계 인구의 비율을 2016년에 83%로 약간 더 높게 평가했다.
3. 모든 신앙 전통을 가진 사람들은 그들의 신앙을 위해 죽음을 맞이한다.
"최근에 세계는 신성한 예배 장소에서 파괴적인 폭력 행위를 목격했다. 2016년 프랑스 노르망디에서 미사를 하던 중 85세의 천주교 신부가 살해됐다. 지난 1년 동안, 미국은 펜실베니아와 캘리포니아의 회당에서 유대계 미국인들에 대한 끔찍한 반유대주의 공격을 견뎌왔다. 3월에는 가족과 기도하고 있던 이슬람교도들이 뉴질랜드에서 가학적으로 살해당했다. 올해 부활 주일에는 테러리스트들이 스리랑카의 기독교 교회를 폭격해 수백 명의 신실한 예배자들이 목숨을 잃었다." 이들 중 많은 수가 인종 집단 테러리즘의 신자들에 의해 저질러졌다.
4. 2천 5백만 달러 규모의 종교 유물과 성지 보호 계획
"오늘 트럼프 정부는 종교의 자유와 종교 유적과 유물을 보호하기 위해 추가로 2천 5백만 달러를 기부할 겁니다." 이것 역시 세계의 넓은 부분을 커버할 수 있을 것이다. 2월에는 첫 2주 반 동안 프랑스에서 적어도 10건의 교회 모독이나 반달리즘(vandalism. 공공기물 파손)이 일어났다.
5. 직장에서 종교의 자유로운 표현을 보호하는 것
트럼프 대통령은 또 "재계의 도움을 받아 매우 중요한 이니셔티브"를 출범시켰다고 발표했다. "미국은 종교 자유의 보호를 위해 미국 기업 연합을 결성하고 있다. 이런 일은 이번이 처음이다. 이번 시책은 민간이 직장에서 모든 신념을 가진 사람들을 보호하도록 고무시킬 것이다."
신앙인들은 낙태 참가를 거부한 스웨덴 산파부터 전통적인 기독교 신앙으로 고소당한 미국의 플로리스트, 제빵사, 사진작가까지 세속적인 편협성 때문에 경제 참여가 어렵다는 것을 알게 되었다. 트럼프 대통령은 "너무 자주 권력자 위치에 있는 사람들은 신자들을 침묵시키고 회피하거나 검열하면서 다양성을 설파한다"고 했다. "진정한 관용은 모든 사람들이 깊이 간직하고 있는 종교적 신념을 표현할 권리를 존중하는 것을 의미한다."
유엔 종교자유행사에서 트럼프 대통령 연설 I want to thank Vice President Pence for the outstanding job he’s doing. He’s been a fantastic and valuable representative of our country. 저는 펜스 부통령이 진행하고 있는 탁월한 일에 감사를 표하고 싶습니다. 그는 놀랍고 귀중한 우리나라를 대표하는 일을 해오고 있습니다. Likewise, Secretary Mike Pompeo, Ambassador Kelly Craft, Secretary Ross, Secretary Mnuchin, Ambassador Sam Brownback all for joining us today. And we have other representatives of our Cabinet and the administration in the room. We’ve done a lot. The Johnson Amendment doesn’t get spoken about enough, but I’m very proud to say that we’ve obliterated the Johnson Amendment within our country so that now we can listen to the people that we want to listen to — religious leaders — without recrimination against them. It’s a very important thing, and I said that at the beginning and I say it now: It’s something I’m very proud of. We’re also grateful that U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres could be here, along with so many of his friends and my friends — world leaders. I’ve gotten to know a lot of them, and I would imagine you know all of them. I would imagine. If you don’t, you’re not doing your job. (Laughter.) And also, I want to thank my daughter Ivanka for being here. She works so hard on all of the things that are very important to the people in this room. So, thank you, Ivanka, for being here. (Applause.) The United States is founded on the principle that our rights do not come from government; they come from God. This immortal truth is proclaimed in our Declaration of Independence and enshrined in the First Amendment to our Constitution’s Bill of Rights. Our Founders understood that no right is more fundamental to a peaceful, prosperous, and virtuous society than the right to follow one’s religious convictions. Regrettably, the religious freedom enjoyed by American citizens is rare in the world. Approximately 80 percent of the world’s population live in countries where religious liberty is threatened, restricted, or even banned. And when I heard that number, I said, “Please go back and check it because it can’t possibly be correct.” And, sadly, it was. Eighty percent. As we speak, Jews, Christians, Muslims, Buddhists, Hindus, Sikhs, Yazidis, and many other people of faith are being jailed, sanctioned, tortured, and even murdered, often at the hands of their own government, simply for expressing their deeply held religious beliefs. So hard to believe. Today, with one clear voice, the United States of America calls upon the nations of the world to end religious persecution. (Applause.) President, protecting religious freedom is one of my highest priorities and always has been. Last year, our Secretary of State, Mike Pompeo, hosted the first-ever Ministerial to Advance International Religious Freedom. In this year’s ministerial, Secretary Pompeo announced plans to create the International Religious Freedom Alliance — an alliance of likeminded nations devoted to confronting religious persecution all around the world. I’ve appointed a special envoy to monitor and combat anti-Semitism. We’re standing up for almost 250 million Christians around the world who are persecuted for their faith. It is estimated that 11 Christians are killed every day for the following — I mean, just think of this: Eleven Christians a day, for following the teachings of Christ. Who would even think that’s possible in this day and age? Who would think it’s possible? With us today is Pastor Andrew Brunson, who was imprisoned in Turkey for a long period of time. Last year, my administration was thrilled to bring him back home after a very short and respectful negotiation with a very strong man — and a man who has become a friend of mine, fortunately — President Erdoğan of Turkey. I called the President, and I said, “He’s an innocent man.” They’ve been trying to get Andrew out for a long time — previous administration. I don’t think they tried too hard, unfortunately. But I want to thank President Erdoğan, and I want to thank you, Pastor, for being here with us today. Where is Andrew? Is he around someplace? Thank you, Andrew. (Applause.) We did a good job with that negotiation, Andrew. You got back. It wasn’t easy. It wasn’t pretty. But you got back. And we’re proud of you. You have a great family. And the love — when Andrew came back, the love from so many people, it was — actually, I hadn’t seen anything quite like it. So, congratulations. And I understand you’re doing fantastic work with your family. Thank you very much. Thank you, Andrew. (Applause.) And I also want to thank Franklin Graham because he’s been so instrumental in everything we’re doing. He’s done such an incredible job in so many different ways, including floods and hurricanes. And every time I go, I see Franklin there. He’s always there before me. I don’t know how he gets there before me. I’m going to beat him one day. But he’s always at these places of — really, disaster areas. He’s right there with an incredible, large staff of volunteers that are just amazing. Thank you very much. And, CeCe, thank you very much. (Applause.) Thank you very much. And, Paula White, thank you very much. In July, I met with survivors of religious persecution at the White House. And we’re honored that many of them could be here today as well. Some of these individuals suffered as a result of state-sponsored persecution; others, at the hands of terrorists and criminals. No matter the case, America will always be a voice for victims of religious persecution everywhere. No matter where you go, you have a place in the United States of America. Could I ask those folks to stand up, please? Please, stand up. (Applause.) Thank you. Thank you very much. In recent times, the world has also witnessed devastating acts of violence in sacred places of worship. In 2016, an 85-year-old Catholic priest was viciously killed while celebrating mass in Normandy, France. In the past year, the United States endured horrifying anti-Semitic attacks against Jewish Americans at synagogues in Pennsylvania and California. In March, Muslims praying with their families were sadistically murdered in New Zealand. On Easter Sunday this year, terrorists bombed Christian churches in Sri Lanka, killing hundreds of faithful worshippers. Who would believe this is even possible? These evil attacks are a wound on all humanity. We must all work together to protect communities of every faith. We’re also urging every nation to increase the prosecution and punishment of crimes against religious communities. There can be no greater crime than that. This includes measures to prevent the intentional destruction of religious sites and relics. Today, the Trump administration will dedicate an additional $25 million to protect religious freedom and religious sites and relics. We’re also pleased to be joined today by many of the partners from the business community, as we announce a very critical initiative. The United States is forming a coalition of U.S. businesses for the protection of religious freedom. This is the first time this has been done. This initiative will encourage the private sector to protect people of all faiths in the workplace. And the private sector has brilliant leadership. And that’s why some of the people in this room are among the most successful men and women on Earth. They know how things get done and they know how to take care of things. And they’re with us now for the first time, to this extent. First time, ever. And we’re really honored to have you in the room. Great business leaders, great people of strength. Too often, people in positions of power preach diversity while silencing, shunning, or censoring the faithful. True tolerance means respecting the right of all people to express their deeply held religious beliefs. Before I conclude, I want to once again thank all of the survivors in the room for their courage and resilience. You’re an inspiration to the world. You remind us that no force on Earth is stronger than the faith of religious believers. The United States of America will forever remain at your side and the side of all who seek religious freedom. Today, I ask all nations to join us in this urgent moral duty. We ask the governments of the world to honor the eternal right of every person to follow their conscience, live by their faith, and give glory to God. The United States has a vital role in this critical mission. champion of exactly what we’re in this room for. So I want to thank everybody for being here. God bless you. God bless the faithful. And God bless America. Thank you very much. (Applause.) Thank you. |