Alabama should allow DNA test for death row inmate
Urge Alabama to allow DNA test for death row inmate Thomas Arthur
The state of Alabama is refusing to allow a DNA test for Thomas Arthur, a death row inmate convicted of murder thirty years ago. Since Arthur's conviction, another man has confessed under oath to committing the crime. There are other problems with the conviction as well. In spite of this, Alabama is refusing to allow Arthur's defense team to do a simple DNA test that could prove his innocence. Image used under Creative Commons from Open Clip Art Library.

How To Become An Executioner
How do you become an official Executioner? What is it like doing the job? How do you carry out capit
Executioners are people who carry out the death penalty. The focus of this this lens is on the nature and psychology of the individuals who perform the role of Executioner and how they approach the job rather than an exploration of the deep ethical issues involved with the subject of capital punishment. Albert Pierrepoint is often referred to as Britain's last hangman, but this is not true - executions continued until 13 August 1964. The last executions were performed by Harry Allen and R...

The Death Penalty
All things death penalty
Everything you need to know about the death penalty - for and against. The facts, the views, the books, the news - and links for those wanting to find out more. And for a bit of light relief - try the animated hangman game, Hang Monkey.

The Innocent Man by John Grisham
The Innocent Man by John Grisham - murder and injustice in a small town
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Death Penalty
The Death Penalty
The issue of the death penalty has been debated for a long time and continues to be debated in our country. Some people think that it is absolutely necessary both morally, and as a justified deterrent. They think that the punishment fits the crime, and that violent criminals are getting no more or less than they deserve. Some question if it really is a deterrent to murder or rape, while others just don't think that killing is right even it if is as a punishment. They would prefer these people...