I would say that across the board, there was nonchalance.
Here’s why I find it impossible to be a Republican: any crowd that instantly cheers the execution of 234 individuals is a crowd I want to flee, not join.
Andrew Sullivan on the debate crowd’s positive response to the large number of executions that Perry resided over while governor of Texas. (via liberal-life)
The audience at the debate may not be a fair sample of the party, but this kind of behavior should be condemned by the party, if not.
(via shortformblog)
Source: andrewsullivan.thedailybeast.com
“During nearly 11 years in office, Perry has overseen 234 executions — by far the most of any recent governor in the United States — and has rarely used his power to grant clemency. He has granted 31 death row commutations; most of those — 28 — were the result of a 2005 United States Supreme Court decision banning capital punishment for minors.”
Excellent graphic.
A shameful record.
(via shortformblog)
Source: texastribune.org
