Oregon Governor Commutes 17 ‘Dysfunctional and Immoral’ Death Sentences to Life in Prison
Oregon Gov.Kate Brown announced on Dec. 13 that 17 inmates awaiting execution will instead have their death sentences changed to life in prison without the possibility of parole. “I have long believed that justice is not advanced by taking a life, and the state should not be in the business of executing people—even if a terrible […]