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South Carolina Bill Would Subject Those Obtaining Abortions to Death Penalty
Critics say the bill is vague enough that it could punish those who have miscarriages or other complications as well.
Trump Is Planning His 2024 Campaign Around Expanding the Death Penalty
Trump has asked campaign staffers about using the guillotine as a form of punishment, too, according to a new report.
FL GOP Bills Would End Requirement for Unanimous Juries on Death Penalty
Since 1976, for every three executions Florida carries out, one person has been exonerated based on post-trial evidence.
Cori Bush Pushes to Stop Missouri’s Execution of Amber McLaughlin
Her plea pointed out the “moral depravity” of the death penalty.
UN Passes Resolution Condemning Death Penalty Despite US Opposition
The U.S. joined Saudi Arabia, Iran and North Korea in voting against the resolution.
“The Death Penalty Is Immoral”: Oregon Governor Commutes All Death Row Sentences
“Justice is not advanced by taking a life,” Democratic Gov. Kate Brown said.
Let’s Honor Kevin Johnson by Dismantling the Systems That Failed Him
The execution of Kevin Johnson exposes the dysfunction and cruelty of this country, which failed him his whole life.
Kevin Johnson Is Set to Be Executed Tuesday. Will Missouri Stay Execution?
Family members, lawmakers and advocates are urging Missouri’s governor to grant Johnson clemency.
Alabama Pauses Executions After Numerous Prisoners Survive Attempts to Kill Them
Three executions were delayed this year after officials struggled to insert IVs into the incarcerated people’s veins.
Kevin Johnson Speaks From Death Row About His Impending Execution This Month
The 37-year-old father will face state-sanctioned murder this month unless his sentence is commuted.