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Gavin Newsom: “Because the death penalty is inherently incompatible with our legal system's commitment to justice, I have determined…”

On the recordNovember 6, 2026
Because the death penalty is inherently incompatible with our legal system's commitment to justice, I have determined that this clemency decision, while difficult in many respects, will ultimately affirm the strength and integrity of our state and its justice system.
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Gavin Newsom
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Discussing the moral implications of his decision.

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