[Deathpenalty] death penalty news----LA., TENN., NEB., CALIF., USA

2018-08-12 Thread Rick Halperin
August 12 LOUISIANA: On the death penalty and unanimous juries Interestingly, a flawed and controversial decision by Pope Francis on capital punishment also yields some insights into whether Louisiana should require unanimous jury verdicts for felony cases. Earlier this month, the

[Deathpenalty] death penalty news----worldwide

2018-08-12 Thread Rick Halperin
August 12 BOTSWANA: The Paradox of Botswana's Death Penalty In Sub-Saharan Africa, a region with no shortage of development challenges, Botswana stands out for its strong economy, stable democracy, and commitment to the rule of law. But by 1 measure - its support for capital punishme