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End the Death Penalty

America is exceptional — in its addiction to violence and war

Shane Claiborne
April 6, 2022
Death Penalty, Peace & Nonviolence, Race
We have work to do to continue to "break the silence." As our world is increasingly plagued by violence — not just in Ukraine but also in the streets of America — we must continue King’s legacy of nonviolence. We, too, must keep breaking the silence. 

Julius Jones was spared by a governor who prayed. Let’s all now pray to end the death penalty.

Shane Claiborne
November 23, 2021
Death Penalty, Peace & Nonviolence, Practical Justice
The irony cannot be missed. Christians all over the world were praying that a Christian governor would not execute a fellow Christian brother who is almost assuredly innocent.

Overturn Dylann Roof’s Death Sentence — for Me, Not for Him

Sharon Risher
June 2, 2021
Peace & Nonviolence, Practical Justice, Race
Without a death sentence, as I understand, there is just one appeal, after which we never have to hear the killer’s name again.

Christian Faith Leader Sign-On to End the Federal Death Penalty

RLC Editor
May 19, 2021
Peace & Nonviolence, Politics, Practical Justice
Editor's Note: Our friends and co-conspirators at Death Penalty Action have invited Christian Faith Leaders to sign the petition below. You'll also find several resources for taking action following the petitio...
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