Political Quotes

On the recordApril 10, 1990
The likely result would be the invalidation of every death sentence now in effect and preclusion of all future use of capital punishment at both the State and Federal levels.
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George H.W. Bush
Republican · Texas

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Statement of Administration Policy: S. 1970 - Omnibus Crime Bill

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