As the fight for justice and fairness continues, we ask for your support in two crucial cases that bring to light the flaws in our criminal justice system. Both Steven Nelson in Texas and James Ford in Florida are facing imminent executions, despite significant concerns regarding their convictions and sentences. We urge you to stand […]
The president’s executive order, “Restoring the Death Penalty and Protecting Public Safety,” issued on his first day in office, represents a drastic shift back toward a punitive approach to criminal justice. This order repeals the federal moratorium on executions, expands the use of the death penalty, and aims to reverse years of progress that have
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As we approach the end of 2024, there’s no better time to reflect on how far we’ve come in the fight for animal rights and what we still have to do. This year has been full of victories for animals, thanks to the power of online activism. Yet, there is always more to be done.
The winter holidays can be a difficult time for many people, but for those incarcerated on California’s death row, it can feel especially isolating. This year, Death Penalty Focus is once again sponsoring #HolidayRowWriters, a heartfelt initiative that encourages people to send holiday cards to individuals who have been sentenced to death in California. If
Support for the Death Penalty at Historic Low, Gallup Reports Support for the death penalty in the U.S. has dropped to its lowest level since the early 1970s, with only 53% of Americans now backing capital punishment, according to a recent Gallup poll. This marks a significant decline from previous decades, with support consistently above
A former prison warden with ties to the Trump administration is making an urgent request for President Joe Biden to commute the sentences of all individuals on federal death row before he leaves office. This surprising call for clemency comes from a figure associated with the previous administration’s aggressive stance on capital punishment, highlighting the
Eight states have killed 20 people so far this year, according to the Death Penalty Information Center https://deathpenaltyinfo.org/stories/outcomes-of-death-warrants-in-2024 .* Seven more people are scheduled to be killed before year-end, and if carried out, 2024 will exceed the number killed last year. It has been a fast and furious killing spree. Five people were killed in one week, a number
October 10 marks the annual World Day Against the Death Penalty, and we will be joining coalition partners across the country for the National Christian Prayer Call on the Death Penalty. During this event, you’ll hear from death row exoneree Sabrina Butler-Smith and murder victim family member David Taynor. We will take time to join
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The State of Florida is set to carry out the execution of Loran Cole next Thursday, and there is still time to take action to halt this decision—but your involvement is crucial. Why We Must Act Now Governor Ron DeSantis holds the power to stop Loran Cole’s execution. As the key executive authority, he is
Thank you for signing the petition. Loran Cole has been sentenced to death for the 1994 murder of John Edwards, a crime that has profoundly impacted Edwards’ family and a surviving victim. While we mourn the loss and suffering inflicted upon Edwards’ loved ones, we believe that understanding Cole’s tragic past is crucial in evaluating
The death penalty, one of the most contentious issues in the criminal justice system, remains a topic of heated debate across the United States and the world. Today, the landscape of capital punishment is marked by shifting public opinion, legal battles, and growing concerns over wrongful convictions and human rights. This article delves into the
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Join us for an enlightening and thought-provoking discussion on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at noon Pacific, 3 p.m. Eastern, as we delve into the crucial issue of California’s racially discriminatory and unconstitutional death penalty statute. This free, hour-long webinar is a must-attend for anyone interested in criminal justice reform and the fight against systemic racism
Trump’s Vow to Ramp Up Federal Executions Sparks Controversy and Alarm. In a startling revelation, Donald Trump’s reelection campaign has unveiled a chilling plan to execute all 42 individuals currently on federal death row if he secures another term in office. The ominous declaration is buried within an extensive 877-page document titled “Project 2025,” outlining