From Nebraska-Local religious leaders on Wednesday called for repeal of the death penalty in Nebraska, saying it destroys the sanctity of human life and is aimed at retribution.
“Public safety can be assured through other means,’’ Omaha Archbishop George Lucas said during a news conference. “And justice requires punishment, but does not require that those who have committed capital crimes be put to death.”
Nebraskans for Alternatives to the Death Penalty sponsored the news conference at the Omaha Press Club downtown.
Speakers emphasized the sacredness of human life and power of redemption.
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