Living News Classroom Discussion Clips: Freedom From Excessive Punishment
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Browse Full-length Non-member TitlesA state governor faces a heavy decision, as a death row inmate’s life hangs in the balance. Voices for and against the death penalty grow louder as she considers both sides of the argument. Hear how she weighs the issue just two hours before the scheduled execution. Part of the "Living News Classroom Discussion Clips" series.
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Runtime: 2 minutes 40 seconds
- Topic: History, Social Science
- Subtopic: Government, Law, U.S. History (General)
- Grade/Interest Level: 9 - 12
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- Release Year: 2015
- Producer/Distributor: National Constitution Center
- Series: Living News Classroom Discussion Clips
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