Posted on 06/25/2008 7:13:07 AM PDT by Aristotelian
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Supreme Court has struck down a Louisiana law that allows the execution of people convicted of a raping a child.
In a 5-4 vote, the court says the law allowing the death penalty to be imposed in cases of child rape violates the Constitution's ban on cruel and unusual punishment.
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Well, I guess it’s up to vigilantes.
One of the most disgusting rulings from the Oligarchy in years. The five voting against the death penalty should be lynched for failing to provide justice and protection for young victims.
One of the most disgusting rulings from the Oligarchy in years. The five voting against the death penalty should be lynched for failing to provide justice and protection for young victims.
Baseball bats are still constitutional, I suppose.....
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