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DeWine’s Death Penalty U-Turn
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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine stunned observers by publicly opposing the death penalty — a stance he’s quietly held for years — but his move lacked real impact because he didn’t commute the 113 death sentences currently on the books, the power he alone holds. While citing cost, deterrence failure, drug shortages, and victim family suffering, critics note he missed a key opportunity to rally pro-life Republicans by framing his position through his moral convictions. With lawmakers showing no immediate intent to abolish capital punishment, DeWine’s words remain symbolic unless he acts — and soon.
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