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Living News Classroom Discussion Clips: Freedom From Excessive Punishment

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A 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

Park ranger stands with his hands clasped at his waist. An American flag hangs in the background. Caption. Of the signing of the Constitution.
Living News Classroom Discussion Clips
Episode 1
3 minutes 23 seconds
Grade Level: 9 - 12
Young woman in tie-dyed shirt with sunglasses on her head smiles and holds a box of cigarettes. Caption. I'm like, "Mr. Choplick, how ya doin'?"
Living News Classroom Discussion Clips
Episode 2
2 minutes 9 seconds
Grade Level: 9 - 10
Woman in a suit stands in shadow with hands clasped at waist and lips parted as she speaks. Caption. As governor, it's up to me to decide.
Living News Classroom Discussion Clips
Episode 3
2 minutes 40 seconds
Grade Level: 9 - 12