A/HRC/10/8 page 22 62. The entry into force of the Optional Protocol to the Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights recently adopted by the General Assembly should enable those suffering from violations of their economic, social and cultural rights to seek remedies and to hold those responsible to account for their actions. In a joint press statement of 10 December 2008, the Special Rapporteur and 35 other special procedures mandate-holders expressed their sincere hope that the views adopted by the Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights under the Optional Protocol procedures will be used by the human rights community to assist States in taking concrete steps to realize the rights of all and to reach out to the most marginalized and disadvantaged, who are the most likely to have their rights violated. In the view of the Special Rapporteur, the promotion of the realization of economic, social and cultural rights may ultimately contribute to enhancing religious tolerance and preventing discrimination. -----