On the recordSeptember 8, 2009
Now, Rhode Island doesn't have a death penalty. We gave it up years ago after a murder back in 1850.
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congress.govNow, Rhode Island doesn't have a death penalty. We gave it up years ago after a murder back in 1850.
Discussing Rhode Island's historical stance against the death penalty.
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