'Apparently, Ivey’s not averse to returning some of God’s sacred gifts, since as governor she’s overseeing the planned execution tonight of Michael Brandon Samra,' writes Scott Martelle for latimesopinion
a measure shortening the appeals process for capital offense, a move that makes it more likely the state will execute the innocent.
So much for Ivey’s notion that the new abortion ban “stands as a powerful testament to Alabamians’ deeply held belief that every life is precious & that every life is a sacred gift from God.”But she doubled down in a statement released after the signing, saying that “we must give every person the best chance for a quality life and a promising future.”
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