The U.S. is approaching its 1,000th execution in the post-Furman era. A coalition of local activists and national groups has been working to develop resources that will allow anyone – regardless of where you live – to use this milestone as an opportunity to take action against the death penalty.
What can you do?
1. Visit the new web site www.1000executions.org and add your photo and message to the collection of people (and a few pets, too) who are standing up to say no to the death penalty.
2. Host an event! Individuals or groups can host an event in connection with the upcoming 1,000th execution. An event can be a speaker, a debate, a community meeting, a protest, a vigil or anything else you’re inspired to host. Publicize your event at http://www.1000executions.org/events.html and we’ll help you get the word out!
3. Track the 1,000th execution and take action against all pending executions by going to http://www.1000executions.org/pending.php.
Posted by Mentor at November 22, 2005 01:21 PM