10 facts about the death penalty in the U.S.
Here’s a closer look at public opinion on the death penalty, as well as key facts about the nation’s use of capital punishment.
Numbers, Facts and Trends Shaping Your World
Here’s a closer look at public opinion on the death penalty, as well as key facts about the nation’s use of capital punishment.
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