Washington Redskins star safety Sean Taylor was in critical condition Monday after surgery for a gunshot wound to his leg during what police are investigating as a possible armed robbery at his home. picked by sholom22 9 months ago

Death penalty opponents often argue that it has limited deterrent value. However, a 1999 study conducted at Emory and Clemson Universities found that each execution results in an average of 18 fewer murders. The DPINFO website cites another 2003 University of Colorado study found that the death penalty reduced homicides by five to six victims, but for every three additional pardons or commutations... read full post picked by GKar975 2 years ago

Four men have been arrested in connection with the shooting death of NFL player Sean Taylor. Police have more than one confession in the case. Update to this and this. picked by 2manyusernames 9 months ago

Washington Redskins safety Sean Taylor has died, a day after he was shot at home, said family friend Richard Sharpstein.

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The U.S. Supreme Court this week hears arguments about whether the death penalty can be imposed for child rape, taking up for the first time in more than 30 years whether a crime other than murder can be punished by execution. picked by JDRucker 5 months ago