A coalition of human rights advocates and families of crime victims have urged President Biden to commute the sentences of all 40 inmates on federal death row before the end of his term, emphasizing that he campaigned against capital punishment. This appeal aligns with an ongoing effort by congressional Democrats to prioritize clemency decisions, urging Biden to take significant actions regarding unjust sentences for those facing execution and for individuals serving excessively long drug sentences.
The letters emphasize the need for President Biden to act, stating, 'As your time in office comes to a close, there is an unprecedented need for you to cement your commitment to remedying injustices by exercising executive clemency and commuting the death sentences of those on federal death row.' This appeals to Biden's campaign promises and his responsibility to tackle systemic injustices before transitioning power to the Trump administration, which is expected to reverse his policies.
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