Ohio attempting to illegally procure execution drugs, says FDA By OTSE on August 20, 2015 in News Ohio Public Defender Tim Young criticized importing pharmaceuticals as “an obviously illegal attempt to obtain drugs in a way that is banned for every other American. “This certainly supports the […] Read More
Death penalty ruling may pave way for national abolitionists By OTSE on August 16, 2015 in News A sweeping decision this week by the Connecticut Supreme Court found the death penalty no longer meets society’s evolving standards of decency… Read More
Bishops’ Chairmen Renew Push To End Death Penalty, Cite Progress of Last Decade By OTSE on July 16, 2015 in News “Our faith tradition offers a unique perspective on crime and punishment , one grounded in mercy and healing, not punishment for its own sake.” Read More
Democratic, GOP lawmakers propose ending Ohio death penalty By OTSE on July 15, 2015 in News Two Ohio lawmakers, one Democrat and one Republican, are teaming up in the latest attempt to eliminate capital punishment in the state. Read More