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Mike DeWine: “I no longer believe Ohio’s experience supports the deterrence argument that once shaped my position.”

On the recordOctober 9, 2026
I no longer believe Ohio’s experience supports the deterrence argument that once shaped my position.
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Mike DeWine
Republican · Ohio

Editor's note · Context

Discussing his changed stance on the death penalty.

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