Texas Executes 400th Convict

American Voices • Local • ISSUE 43•35 • Aug 29, 2007

Last week, the state of Texas executed its 400th prisoner since 1976, when execution was ruled constitutional. What do you think?

“I commend Rick Perry for having the courage to protect his constituents. Well done, Governor, and please don't kill me.”
Jane Davidson –
Secretary
“I hope that once the prisoner was brought into the death chamber, the guards surprised him with confetti, balloons, and an oversized syringe.”
Craig Baker –
Systems Analyst
“I'm really conflicted about this. While I'm against the death penalty, I'm a huge sucker for milestones.”
Darren Pertwee –
Road Resurfacer

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