News & Commentary about Capital Punishment
The Capital Punishment Project works toward the repeal of the death penalty in the United States through strategic litigation, advocacy, public education, and training programs for capital defense teams.
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Nov 9, 2011
Time to Confess Error on the Death Penalty
Nov 7, 2011
Texas Court Puts Brakes on Execution to Consider Need for DNA Testing
Nov 7, 2011
The Confederate Flag, Never Proud, No Longer Waves at Shreveport Courthouse
Oct 31, 2011
Junk Fire Science: Too Scary to be Believed
Oct 27, 2011
Prominent Texans Call for DNA Testing Before November Execution Date
Oct 19, 2011
Execution Based On Lies
Oct 14, 2011
Federal Court Slaps Federal Prosecutor Down
Oct 13, 2011
Fewer Americans Supporting the Death Penalty
Oct 5, 2011
Death By Missed Deadline