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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

There are simply no words for what happened this week in Tennessee... Christa Pike survived TWO execution attempts. It remains unclear what state she's in, but we are told she's in "critical condition." This and more in 'DPA Dispatch'👇 deathpenaltyaction.substack.com/p/dpa-dispat...

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💔DPA Dispatch: When words fail...

Anyone tuned into the events of this week even a little bit know how difficult it was.

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

In a stunning twist of events, Tennessee failed to execute #ChristaPike tonight - a second botched execution (or attempt) this year. The same physician who presided over the botched execution of Tony Carruthers earlier this year, was also involved in tonight's fiasco.

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Death Penalty Action shares in the celebration of our dear friend, Terri Steinberg, who has been fighting for her son Justin to come home for 25 years. Just yesterday, he finally made it home. Justin was wrongfully convicted in a murder-for-hire plot in Virginia in 2001 and was sent to death row.

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

As Tennessee steams ahead with plans to execute their first woman in more than TWO CENTURIES, Death Penalty Action and others ensured that there was visible opposition to the planned execution of Christa Pike. On Sunday we Marched 4 Mercy, urging Gov. Lee to #SaveChristaPike! bit.ly/ChristaPike

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

"What the jury at Pike's trial didn't hear was the nightmarish details of her formative years -- the rapes and physical abuse at the hands of multiple adult men, the neglect by her parents and the resulting damage to a young girl..." www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/se...

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Christa Pike’s imminent execution attracts pleas for mercy, demands for justice and lurid interest | Chattanooga Times Free Press

At some point on Tuesday, Christa Pike will be moved from the women's prison in Nashville to the nearby Riverbend Maximum Security Institution where executioners are waiting to receive her. On…

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Gov. Bill Lee Bill Lee has the power to stop the execution of #ChristaPike at any moment. Urge him to do so! bit.ly/ChristaPike

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

This week is turning out different than anyone would have guessed. The news out of Texas yesterday was a big blow especially when so many of us sincerely thought relief was around the corner. Read our weekly newsletter to learn more! deathpenaltyaction.substack.com/p/dpa-dispat...

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💔 DPA Dispatch: Devastated to say the least

On Wednesday, we stood witness as the State of Texas moved forward with the execution of Ker’sean Ramey.

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Ker'Sean Olajuwa faces execution TONIGHT in Texas. The greatest concern in this case is the fact that prosecutors told one story to get Ker'Sean convicted. Almost 2 years later, they completely spun it around to convict his co-defendant. Urge Texas to "STOP THE KILLING!" 📞 512-463-2000

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Happening TONIGHT! Join @gfadp and @gacatholics for a reflection of how Georgia shaped the modern death penalty while we remember #TroyDavis, whose case galvanized thousands around the world.

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Ker'Sean Olajuwa faces execution in just 2 days in Texas... his co-defendant went last week. The greatest concern in this case is the fact that prosecutors told one story to get Ker'Sean convicted. Almost 2 years later, they completely spun it around to convict his co-defendant.

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

We are still reeling from the losses of LeJames Norman and Jeffery Lee this week, but the work doesn't stop. There are 3 more executions scheduled for this month. This and more here 👇 deathpenaltyaction.substack.com/p/dpa-dispat...

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⏳ DPA Dispatch: What Georgia Gave America

This week has been difficult to say the least.

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

The US unSupreme Court declined to halt the execution of Jeffrey Lee. It is now entirely up to Governor Kay Ivey to do the right thing and commute his death sentence. 📞 334-242-7100 📧 Liz.Filmore@governor.alabama.gov THERE'S STILL TIME🙏

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

We've got a SOLID STAY in Georgia tonight. The execution of #StaceyHumphreys is not moving forward today. We'll take any victory we can get. Grateful that Mr. Humphreys and his legal time have more time to fight!🙏

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Sad development for LeJames Norman, scheduled for execution TONIGHT in Texas. No matter how LeJames got to death row, we affirm his worth as a human being. 💔

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

#StaceyHumphreys AND #LeJamesNorman face execution tonight in Georgia and Texas, respectfully. Visit DeathPenaltyAction.org for information on how to take action and joining the vigil. ❌ We can be safe from people who've harmed others w/o killing them. It's what we do in the majority of cases.

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

#JefferyLee, a man who's shown the world what change looks like, may lose his life at the hands of Alabama tomorrow night under a law that NO LONGER EXISTS. His life rests in the hands of Gov. Ivey. Please join us in politely urging the governor to "Affirm the jury's verdict. Let Jeffery live!"

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

While there is much attention on Jeffery Lee's situation, and rightfully so, we must not forget that another man, whose case was tainted by a rogue juror who lied and bullied the others into voting in line with him.

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

"It is my hope that the federal government will abandon this attempt to seek the death penalty for Tops Supermarket shooter Peyton Gendron. Moving on from that will allow the victims’ families to continue their healing process — not set it back and cause them further pain."

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

🚨Alabama tried to execute Jeffery Lee in June, but a successful, last minute legal maneuver by his legal team resulted in the Supreme Court blocking Alabama from seeing that through.

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

We are down to just a matter of days before Alabama intends to have another go at Jeffery Lee. We invite you to join us for another virtual screening of Jeffery's clemency film THIS SUNDAY - featuring Mr. Lee's legal team and film maker. us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

The High Holy Days begin this evening with Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. We wish our Jewish friends and allies, and everyone, a meaningful time of reflection and renewal. May you be inscribed in the Book of Life🙏 deathpenaltyaction.substack.com/p/dpa-dispat...

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🩸DPA Dispatch: Execution Spree Continues

First, we acknowledge the 25th anniversary of the September 11th attack and offer heartfelt condolences to everyone impacted in any way as a result the events of that day and its aftermath.

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

#DanielConahan is slated to become Florida's 15th victim of capital punishment this evening and the 13th veteran Gov. DeSantis, a navy veteran, sends to his death. This means that roughly ONE QUARTER of all executions under Gov. DeSantis are of veterans.

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Puckett said she had no idea the judge could change the outcome. “I cried,” Puckett recalled. “It was a mix of anger and sympathy and remorse. I felt like I had just fed him to the wolves when we tried so hard not to do that.” www.al.com/news/2026/09...

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

#DanielConahan marks the 16th death warrant issues by Gov. DeSantis just *THIS* year, and will be the 13th veteran whose execution the Governor has presided over. This means that roughly ONE QUARTER of all executions under Gov. DeSantis(a navy vet btw) are of veterans.

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

📆 REMINDER: September's 'The Forecast' is scheduled to TONIGHT at 9pm ET. We are in for a ride this month with 8 executions. We hope you will join us to learn more about each of these cases and how we all can plug into efforts to stop these executions. Register here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

An especially poignant reminder for this moment. 🙏

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

🪿 Death Penalty Action is thrilled to be at this year's Wild Goose Festival, for what we believe will be our 4th time. The festival is a transformational community, grounded in faith-inspired social justice.

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

SueZann Bosler, a survivor of attempted murder, is on the road with us again as we head to the Wild Goose Festival where she will be sharing about the healing power of forgiveness. We invite you to chip in to help keep her on the road🙏 www.gofundme.com/f/support-su...

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Donate to Support SueZann's Mission and Future Security, organized by Abraham J. Bonowitz

SueZann Bosler needs our help. If you know anything about … Abraham J. Bonowitz needs your support for Support SueZann's Mission and Future Security

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

❌ DeSantis' killing spree continues. Imagine thinking you have to kill your way to the top... that's exactly what DeSantis thinks will get him to Washington. Today we hold Harold Lucas, his victim, Jill Piper, and their loved ones in our heart as we advocate for an end to executions.

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Just 17 days remain before Alabama intends to kill #JefferyLee even though his jury rejected the death penalty. 📞 Please call the Office of Gov. Ivey to *politely* urge to grant clemency to Jeffery, thereby honoring the jury's verdict. (334-242-7100) actionnetwork.org/petitions/st...

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

📆 SAVE THE DATE: January 17, 2027 Every 5 years, abolitionists converge in Washington, DC to risk arrest in nonviolent #civildisobedience to mark anniversary of the first execution in the 'modern era'. More information can be found here → abolition.org#jan17

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

9/21/2026 will mark 15 years since Georgia put #TroyDavis to death. His case galvanized the public in a way few death penalty cases have. We continue to reflect on the true cost of the death penalty and where we go from here. Hosted by GADP and the GCC. forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/respon...

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

In this week's "DPA Dispatch" we share a powerful blog penned by our Deputy Director that explores the unrealistic standards placed on women and how easily they can be vilified when they fail to meet them.

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

In partnership ip with Project Hope and Jeffery Lee's legal team, we hosted a virtual screening of his clemency film, produced by Debbie Levin, this week. Gov. Ivey has granted clemency TWICE, she can do it again! We've got 20 days to convince her! 📣🚨🥁 www.youtube.com/live/4x9GtXN...

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Jeffery Lee Clemency Film Screening

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Gov. DeSantis just signed another execution warrant... Surprise... Surprise... But the very people we'd hope would receive more meaningful consideration, given the Governor's own history of military service, don't seem to be immune either. ‼️Save Daniel Conahan‼️ actionnetwork.org/petitions/st...

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Stop the Execution of Daniel Conahan in Florida

U.S. Navy veteran Daniel Conahan is scheduled for execution in Florida on September 10, 2026, for the 1996 murder of Richard Montgomery. This marks the 16th death warrant issued by DeSantis this…

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Our partners at PADP are hosting a conversation with PA Rep. Russ Diamond, a long-time proponent of abolition, and Demetrius Minor, of Conservatives Concerned, about the conservative perspective on the death penalty. Thursday // August 27 // 7pm ET padp.org/event/rethin...

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

RNS recently highlighted our with with faith communities throughout the country as part of our For Whom the Bells Toll Campaign. It's a revival of efforts began by Bishop Sullivan in the '90s, in which he urged others in his diocese to toll bells during executions. religionnews.com/2026/08/13/w...

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With three prisoners scheduled for execution, southern churches toll their bells

(RNS) — Faith-based anti-death penalty activists have used the bell-tolling tactic throughout the country in various waves.

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

#JefferyLee is once again counting down the days before Alabama intends to murder him. How can he face execution even though the verdict of his jury rejected it? Judicial override is how.

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Imagine the society we could build if our focus was restoration. 🤔

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Tennessee is gearing up to execute a woman with brain damage, who survived a lifetime of abuse beginning before she could talk. Alabama has its eyes on a man whose jury rejected the death penalty in his case. 🗞️ All this and more in DPA Dispatch... deathpenaltyaction.substack.com/p/dpa-dispat...

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💔 DPA Dispatch: She was just a toddler...

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

All eyes are on Alabama as they move forward with another attempt to kill #JefferyLee. You may recall that he was previously scheduled for execution in June but the US Supreme Court prohibited Alabama from killing him with nitrogen gas.

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

It's sometimes hard to feel that what we're doing matters... but IT DOES. Even when we feel like we're losing, it matters that we are standing up and telling the world. It matters that we give voice to the condemned when the world shuts them out and silences them. IT ALL MATTERS...

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

“ We have to be together in our opposition to executions and in our statement that this is not in alignment with the teachings of our faiths,” Abraham Bonowitz, of Death Penalty Action and L’chaim! Jews Against the Death Penalty, told RNS.” religionnews.com/2026/08/13/w...

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With three prisoners scheduled for execution, southern churches toll their bells

(RNS) — Faith-based anti-death penalty activists have used the bell-tolling tactic throughout the country in various waves.

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Death Penalty Action @deathpenaltyaction.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

The arrogance of state actors in keeping the killing going is what will end it for good. They’re writing the case for abolition themselves. More in this week's DPA Dispatch newsletter ➔ deathpenaltyaction.substack.com/p/dpa-dispat...?

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🌬️ DPA Dispatch: The Death Penalty's Final Gasp

This week was difficult.

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