The Cherish Life Circle, a Catholic abolitionist circle founded but Sisters of Mercy, have a petition online appealing to Pope Francis to urge the US to end the use of the death penalty. They need about 400 or so more signatures so let's help them out! http://cqrcengage.com/sistersofmercy/app/sign-petition?2&engagementId=40376 Remember, … [Read more...] about Sign Petition appealing to Pope Francis
HB 2389 has been Defeated!
Senate Substitute for HB 2389 was defeated late Friday! Our deep concern was that the bill would restrict and shorten the death penalty appeals process, greatly increasing the risk of death for those wrongfully convicted. We appreciate your support of KCADP and strong advocacy in contacting both the House and Senate members throughout the session. It made a … [Read more...] about HB 2389 has been Defeated!
Botched Execution in Oklahoma
Traditional and social media around the nation are exploding with the news of last night’s botched execution of convicted murderer Clayton Lockett. Lockett died after the State of Oklahoma, using a new and untested drug combination, aborted the procedure when it was clear that the execution was not proceeding as planned. News reports and witnesses relate … [Read more...] about Botched Execution in Oklahoma
The Legislative Session isn't over yet – We must stay vigilant!
We are in the final stages of the 2014 Legislative Session and we here at KCADP have spent the bulk of our time fighting against a poorly thought-out bill -- Senate Substitute for House Bill 2389. This bill intended to accelerate the death penalty execution process. Its own process through the legislature involved a "gut-and-go" maneuver where the language from an … [Read more...] about The Legislative Session isn't over yet – We must stay vigilant!
KCADP is Springing into Action!
Check out our Spring Newsletter to see what we have been up to! Mary Sloan, Executive Director, will give you an update on this year’s legislative session. Donna Schneweis, Board Chair, reflects on the reality of sending innocent people to prison and death row. We share the stories of a few innocent men, all spent years in prison, some spent time on death row, and all … [Read more...] about KCADP is Springing into Action!