The International Commission against the Death Penalty (ICDP or Commission) warmly commends outgoing North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper for his historic decision to commute the sentences of 15 people under sentence of death. This decision, announced on 31 December 2024 as one of his final acts in office, marks a significant step in addressing the inequities and concerns associated with the death penalty in the United States.
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