@DPFocus is a national organization that promotes efforts to abolish the death penalty through coalition building, education, and advocacy.
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Death Penalty Focus retweeted
10 Oct 2024
The #DeathPenalty is always inadmissible, because it attacks the inviolability and dignity of the person. I appeal for its abolition in all countries of the world. We must not forget that a person can repent and change, even up until the very last moment of their life.
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Death Penalty Focus retweeted
24 Jan 2024
Kenneth Smith will be the first human being in the United States put to death using nitrogen gas, a method that is not based on any scientific evidence.
Alabama should stop Smithβs execution and scrap the death penalty completely. bit.ly/3U8gPeX
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26 Dec 2023
π Donate today to help create a society that doesn't resort to killing its citizens, even those who have committed serious crimes. Together, we can work towards abolishing the broken death penalty system.
Donate: deathpenalty.org/donate/
#EndTheDeathPenalty #JusticeForAll
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21 Dec 2023
Texas led the nation in executions with eight in 2023, according to the Texas Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty's report.
Read our blog for a comprehensive review: bit.ly/3RTz4mW
#DeathPenalty #JusticeReform #TexasExecutions #RacialJustice #EndTheDeathPenalty
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20 Dec 2023
A profound conversation on "Making a Murderer: False Confessions, Wrongful Convictions" with Mike Farrell and Dr. Richard Leo. Our collective effort to educate on the flaws in the death penalty system is crucial.
π Watch the full webinar recording: bit.ly/3GOXlEa
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15 Dec 2023
π In 2023, the U.S. saw its ninth year with under 30 executions and 50 death sentences, per the Death Penalty Information Center.
Check out our blog for insights on this year's trends: bit.ly/3uYSopI
#deathpenalty #humanrights #america #criminaljusticereform
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13 Dec 2023
π¨ It's not too late to be part of this eye-opening event!
π Secure your spot and be part of the conversation: bit.ly/3NelyYg
#criminaljusticereform #capitalpunishment #equaljustice #freeourlovedones #prison #socialjustice
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12 Dec 2023
π¨ Alabama's Shocking Execution Plan Unveiled!
π’ The state aims to use nitrogen gas in executions, with Kenneth Eugene Smith set to be the first.
π Read more details about Alabama's plan in our blog: bit.ly/47QQpT3
#deathpenalty #humanrights #endthedeathpenalty
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11 Dec 2023
There's still time to register for our webinar, "Making a Murderer: False Confessions, Wrongful Convictions," this Thursday, 12/14. Register @https://tinyurl.com/mpcsv5fb
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6 Dec 2023
Mark your calendars for a crucial discussion on Thursday, December 14, 2023, at 12:00 PM PT / 3:00 PM ET! Join us for a compelling virtual webinar, "Making a Murderer: False Confessions, Wrongful Convictions."
Registration is now open! bit.ly/3NelyYg
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3 Dec 2023
We need your help! Our holiday card program for those on CA's death row is in full swing & we can't keep up with the requests! We need more volunteers to send a card! If you can help, pls email us here: tinyurl.com/mruk6hus Thank you!! #HolidayRowWriters
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1 Dec 2023
President Mike Farrell writes π¬ "Consider these reasons to end this barbaric punishment once and for all:
It's racist.
Teenagers can be sentenced to death.
It's arbitrary.
It doesn't deter."
π Donate today: bit.ly/41GJ4kR
#deathpenalty #deathrow #capitalpunishment
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29 Nov 2023
Did you know one of the many flaws of the #deathpenalty is the lack of set principles?π€π There is too much room for error. In our recent blog post, we highlight cases that prove there are cracks in the system.
Learn more on our blog: bit.ly/47TvVsc.
#capitalpunishment
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24 Nov 2023
The recent executions of Renteria and Brewer in Texas call for our attention. Both stories raise profound concerns about justice in America.
π Let's advocate for a more humane approach. Read more about their cases here: bit.ly/3QNH3jr
#deathpenalty #texas #justice
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22 Nov 2023
Tony Apanovitch has been on Ohio's death row 36 yrs for a crime DNA proves he didn't commit. Released in 2015, he was sent back to death row in 2018 on a technicality. Pls sign the petition & tell OH leaders to close the loophole & free Tony! tinyurl.com/bdemva2m
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17 Nov 2023
Brent Ray Brewer's was executed for the April 1990 death of 66-year-old Robert Laminack during a robbery. Brewer was 19 at the time.
Visit our blog to learn more and consider why justice shouldn't be synonymous with execution.
π± bit.ly/46mIo6y
#deathpenalty #texas
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16 Nov 2023
Our justice system is not foolproof, and innocent lives continue to be at risk. We must reevaluate the #deathpenalty and work towards a more humane criminal justice system.
Sign up for our email list to stay informed about #capitalpunishment in America.
πbit.ly/3pBjXmb
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14 Nov 2023
π For the first time since the year 2000, 50% of Americans believe the death penalty is NOT fairly imposed, while 47% believe it is - proving that our society is questioning the death penalty as we progress.
π€³ Learn more here: bit.ly/3QynnA1
#deathpenalty #galluppoll
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13 Nov 2023
Fight for justice β Stay informed! π¨βπ»
If you believe in advocating for alternatives to the death penalty, sign up for our email list!
Stay in the know about capital punishment and be a voice for change. πβ€
π Join our email list: bit.ly/3pBjXmb
#endthedeathpenalty
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