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Retired US military officers urge government to cancel livestream of Fort Hood shooter's execution

"We ask the President, our Congressional representatives, and our fellow citizens to act to prevent this barbaric abuse of authority," a letter from over 70 retired military officials read.

  • 72 retired military officials urge cancellation of Hasan's execution livestream.
  • Televising execution could make Hasan a martyr and violate constitutional protections.
  • Officials fear degradation of human dignity and inciting further hatred.

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