From opinion columnist ejmontini: Gov. Ducey said there is “immeasurable value in every life' and that Arizona “will continue to protect life to the greatest extent possible.” If he's a man of his word, then Arizona’s death penalty is off the table.
Opinion: He said there is 'immeasurable value in every life.' And that Arizona 'will continue to protect life to the greatest extent possible.' So …I’d guess that Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey, along with those who know him, and those who support him, and those who work with him, would tell you that he is a man of his word.That he is an elected official who does what he promises to do.
Earlier this week, Ducey signed a bill passed by the Republican-controlled Legislature that would outlaw abortions after 15-weeks, with– including preborn life. I believe it is each state’s responsibility to protect them. … In Arizona, we will continue to protect life to the greatest extent possible.”If Ducey is a man of his word, he believes there is “immeasurable value in every life.”life.
. At the same time, I took an oath to uphold the law in Arizona. And I’m going to continue to uphold the law.”However, as governor, Ducey has the ability to commute death sentences. Although, individuals looking for a way to protect Ducey and keep executions in play would point out that the . Under Arizona law, the governor cannot do such a thing unless it is first recommended to him by the state’s Board of Executive Clemency.Ducey already has stacked the deck in his favor at the Arizona Supreme Court by making appointments of those tied to him and by expanding the court. Doing something like that with the clemency board would be a piece of cake by comparison.Particularly for a powerful politician who believes there is “immeasurable value in every life.
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