The Atlantic offers a detailed look at the horrific 2014 execution of Clayton Lockett in Oklahoma. Read More
1998 Pulitzer Prize winner Linda Greenhouse has written a compelling op-ed in the New York Times today on the Supreme Court’s inconsistent and often bewildering approach to death penalty cases. Read More
Oklahoma Attorney General files application for three stays of execution in light of SCOTUS review. Read More
This January 15th, the day of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s birth, should be a time to remember, celebrate and carry on his tireless fight for justice and racial equality. However the state of Oklahoma and the state of Florida are taking this day to execute two of their citizens. Read More
Post-Botched Execution, Oklahoma Prepares For New Execution; Indiana State Senator Proposes Bill To Abolish State’s Death Penalty; Another Study Concludes Death Penalty Costs States Millions and #ICYMI: Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley Commutes State’s Remaining Death Sentences Read More
WATCH: New Interview with Executive Director Diann Rust-Tierney on MSNBC. Read More
“There is no argument that justice needs to be served appropriately and that society needs to be protected. But this can be achieved by means other than capital punishment.” Rev. Dr. WIlliam Tabbernee reflects on Oklahoma Read More
New Interview on Hardball with Chris Matthews: “The death penalty that we have today doesn’t work, it’s not sustainable, and it can’t continue.” Read More
New Interview on All Things Considered: “This is what happens when the government acts in secrecy, and without accountability.” Read More
“The death of Clayton Lockett must be investigated by a truly independent organization, not a state employee or agency.” Read More