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California Governor Gavin Newsom has commuted the death sentences of all 548 inmates currently on death row in the state. The sentences have been changed to life in prison.
The governor stated in a letter that the state cannot morally kill inmates. This action impacts every individual currently awaiting execution in California.
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“In a letter to Californians, Newsom wrote, quote, I have concluded the state cannot morally kill them. Newsom's announcement impacts 548 inmates currently on death row in the state. Outgoing Governor of California Gavin Newsom has commuted the death sentences of all 548 people on death row in the state, changing them instead to a sentence of life in prison. But is this justice for the victims?”