Global Politics Report Editorial
Amid talk of public execution, public opinion on death penalty is split
A majority of Americans support the death penalty for people convicted of murder, but support becomes more divided when questions vary.
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Source: NPR Politics
Politics desk: Policy
Published: Oct. 16, 2026 at 12:28 PM ET
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Original source: NPR Politics