Urge governor to grant clemency to Stanley Williams
In Plain English
Stanley Williams was sentenced to death for murders committed in 1979. While on death row, he wrote children's books against gang violence and was nominated for Nobel Peace Prize. The city council wants Governor Schwarzenegger to reduce his sentence to life in prison.
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Votes
Adopt Resolution No. 170-05 and direct City Manager to fax copy to Governor Schwarzenegger
5 to 1
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