Bob Hessman, Dodge City, shares the story of his and his wife's efforts to forgive the man who murdered their daughter. … [Read more...] about Video: Father of Murder Victim Shares Why He Opposes Death Penalty
Archives for March 2013
Big News for Repeal
On Friday the Maryland House of Delegates passed a bill repealing Maryland’s death penalty! The bill already passed the Maryland State Senate, so all that’s left is for Governor O’Malley to add his signature. This will make Maryland the 18th state without the death penalty. This is a huge moment for abolition work, because it signals yet again that the … [Read more...] about Big News for Repeal
Watch KCADP's Advocacy Training Webinar
On March 9th, KCADP hosted an advocacy training webinar focused on training members to be more effective advocates against the death penalty. The presentation is now available to watch online in the videos below. The webinar includes information on the best messages against the death penalty, and strategies for how you can be an effective activist in … [Read more...] about Watch KCADP's Advocacy Training Webinar
Abolition Bills Introduced in Kansas Legislature
On Thursday, a bill to repeal the death penalty and replace it with life without parole was introduced into the Kansas House of Representatives. The bill, HB 2397, also establishes a fund to help the families of murder victims and provide for mental health services by redirecting savings that will come from abolishing the death penalty. A … [Read more...] about Abolition Bills Introduced in Kansas Legislature