DNA tests have exonerated a number of individuals “convicted” of crimes in recent years.
In Texas, Hank Skinner has asked for a test of DNA evidence that he believes will prove his innocence. So far, his request has been denied.
Now time is running out. On Wednesday, Texas will execute Hank Skinner.
Skinner was convicted in 1995 of the murders of Twila Busby, and her two sons – Randy Busby and Elwin Caler.
Questions have been raised about Skinner’s guilt.
A larger question looms: Why won’t Texas perform the DNA testing?
Individuals can join former judges, prosecutors and law enforcement officers, along with current and former elected officials who have called Texas state officials not to execute Skinner until that DNA testing can be performed.
The National Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty offers the opportunity to sign a petition.
I do not believe the state (any state) should execute individuals. I will continue to call for the abolition of the death penalty. But, I have signed the petition because I also believe that, if there are going to be executions, there should be as much certainty about their guilt as possible.
I pray for Hank Skinner and all who hold his fate.
I pray for Twila Busby, Randy Busby, and Elwin Caler and all who love them.
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