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Aug 01, 2016
Survey Shows Kentuckians Support Halting Executions
Death penalty cases can drag on for more than a decade, forcing victims’ families to endure years of uncertainty and waiting. In contrast, a sentence of life in prison without parole could offer swift and certain justice that allows victims to move on with the healing process as soon as the trial is over. Murderers need to be severely punished, but Kentucky’s death penalty system isn’t working and should be replaced with life in prison without the possibility of parole.
“Clearly, Kentuckians remain uncomfortable with death as a sentence. Their discomfort is well founded,” said Kentucky Public Advocate Ed Monahan. “Our system of administering capital punishment is broken, costly and produces little value. Full reform must take place now. Gradualism is not acceptable in this matter of life and death.”
By Amber Duke
Jul 11, 2016
Know Your Rights: Demonstrations and Protests in Kentucky
Can I record or photograph the police in public? Are there limits on what I can say? What should I do if I'm stopped by the police?You've got questions, we've got answers! Download and share the pdf KYR Demonstrations and Protests in KY! Information also available below:
By Amber Duke
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