 George
H. Ryan was elected Illinois' 39th governor on November 3, 1998, continuing a
distinguished career of public service.
Governor Ryan, born February 1934, served as secretary of state for eight
years (1991-1999) and lieutenant governor for eight years (1983-91). He also had
an accomplished 10-year legislative career (1973-1983).
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Bob Wakfer & Sandrine Ageorges of our committee
meet Governor Ryan at the Texas Coalition Against the Death Penalty
Conference -- January 29, 2005 |
QUOTES OF THE DAY
"The right to life and dignity are the most important of all human rights
and this must be demonstrated by the state in everything that it does,
including the way it punishes criminals."- Justice Arthur Chaskalson,
President, South African Constitutional Court.
GOV. GEORGE RYAN, who commuted all Illinois death
sentences said:
"Four years ago I was sworn in as the 39th Governor of Illinois. That
was just four short years ago; that's when I was a firm believer in the American
System of Justice and the death penalty. I believed that the ultimate penalty
for the taking of a life was administrated in a just and fair manner. Today, 3
days before I end my term as Governor, I stand before you to explain my
frustrations and deep concerns about both the administration and the penalty of
death..."
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 Report
of the Governor's Commission on Capital Punishment
| The Commission's Final Report is the product of two year’s of extensive
research and analysis of Illinois' capital punishment system from initial police
investigation through trial, appeal and post-conviction review. Based on this
investigation the Governor’s Commission has more than 80 recommendations for
change to the capital punishment system in Illinois.
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Why Commutation?
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