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We’ve just seen a transformative moment in America’s death penalty history | Austin Sarat

Gavin Newsom’s decision to empty California’s death row saves hundreds of lives and signals a national shift Gavin Newsom’s decision to empty his state’s death row is a truly remarkable moment in the US’s death penalty history. Not only will it free hundreds of people from the threat of execution, but coming from a politician seemingly looking to run for the presidency, it sends an important…

We’ve just seen a transformative moment in America’s death penalty history | Austin Sarat

We haven't written up this one. The Guardian US has the full story — the link below goes straight to it.

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MK Party pleased with Jozini results

MKP spokesperson Sipho Gumede says the party's success is the result of extensive work.

  • MKP pleased with 10+ wards secured in Jozini elections
  • Success attributed to extensive pre-election campaign work
  • Focus to shift to fulfilling promises once in office

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