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California’s Death Penalty Declared Unconstitutional by a Federal Judge

California’s Death Penalty Declared Unconstitutional by a Federal Judge

California’s Death Penalty Declared Unconstitutional by a Federal Judge

In a decision being described as “stunning” and “path-breaking,” U.S. District Judge Cormac (more…)

Alezah TriguerosJul 22, 2014

Prisoner's Right to Gender Reassignment Surgery

Prisoner's Right to Gender Reassignment Surgery

Prisoner's Right to Gender Reassignment Surgery

Michelle Kosilek, previously known as Robert, is currently serving a life sentence without the possi (more…)

Matthew IzziJun 04, 2014

Death Penalty Cruelty: Why Lethal Injections Are Inhumane

Death Penalty Cruelty: Why Lethal Injections Are Inhumane

Death Penalty Cruelty: Why Lethal Injections Are Inhumane

The execution of Dennis McGuire dominated the headlines as it swept across the country in January of (more…)

Nicole ShoenerMar 17, 2014

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