Government Must Speak out Against Capital Punishment

Published December 18th, 2003 in International Affairs

In the wake of the capture of former Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein, a difficult question is now posed as to what action should be taken against him.

The Irish Government has a responsibility to speak out strongly against capital punishment, as a cruel and retributive form of justice. Whatever judicial process Saddam undergoes, it should be in line with UN principles on human rights. Continue reading ‘Government Must Speak out Against Capital Punishment’


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