33 Messages

  Demetrius Minor, CCATDP · [email protected]
January 15, 2024 at 5:12 PM

Honoring MLK's legacy

Watch our video remembering Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and highlighting his clear position on the death penaltyJohn,  Today, we will witness politicians, columnists, and everyday Americans of all stripes remember the wisdom and resolve of Martin Luther King, Jr. and his contributions to our nation a…
  Conservatives Concerned · [email protected]
December 21, 2023 at 5:05 PM

Looking back, looking forward

A new chapter in Texas, calls for a moratorium in Oklahoma, and more...John,  The evidence that the death penalty is a policy failure continued to mount in 2023. Only five states carried out any executions, and only seven sentenced anyone to death. Meanwhile, Arizona became the latest state to halt …
  Demetrius Minor, CCATDP · [email protected]
November 7, 2023 at 6:00 PM

An historic day in Pennsylvania!

A bill to repeal the death penalty in Pennsylvania just took a big step forwardJohn,  I am happy to share with you some good news coming from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania!On Tuesday, Oct 31st, the House Judiciary Committee passed HB 999, a bill fully repealing the death penalty, making it an his…
  Demetrius Minor, CCATDP · [email protected]
September 14, 2023 at 5:54 PM

Ohio just moved one step closer to ending the death penalty!

Bill to repeal death penalty introduced in Ohio HouseJohn,  We have some exciting news to share out of the Buckeye state!Last Wednesday, I had the opportunity to join the #NoDeathPenaltyOH campaign at the Ohio Statehouse for a press conference announcing the introduction of the House bill to end the…
  Demetrius Minor, CCATDP · [email protected]
July 11, 2023 at 3:34 PM

Will we see you this summer?

CCATDP is hosting a panel at FreedomFestJohn, I can’t wait for my summer travels – and I’m not just talking about a trip to the beach.Over the next few months, the CCATDP team will be on the road at some of the largest and most important gatherings for activists and state lawmakers, including Freedo…
  Demetrius Minor, CCATDP · [email protected]
July 4, 2023 at 12:37 PM

Are we all truly free?

Watch our new video from SelmaJohn,  Understanding the story of Independence Day is essential to understanding our nation's history. It goes like this: In 1776, the Continental Congress met in Philadelphia and formed a committee whose purpose was drafting a document that would sever their ties with …
  Demetrius Minor, CCATDP · [email protected]
June 7, 2023 at 5:25 PM

There's An Urgent Need In Oklahoma And Here's How You Can Help

Dear John, Oklahoma has been at the center of the nation’s attention recently. And not for good reason.   The case of Richard Glossip has had many Americans questioning the use of the death penalty. Glossip's compelling claims of innocence and the undeniable flaws in his conviction reveal some of th…
  Demetrius Minor, CCATDP · [email protected]
March 24, 2023 at 7:00 PM

This just happened in Oklahoma!

Conservatives in Oklahoma are raising their voices and calling for a moratorium on executions in the Sooner state.John, Exciting things are happening, and I'm eager to share the details with you!  Conservatives in Oklahoma are raising their voices and calling for a moratorium on executions in the So…
  Demetrius Minor, CCATDP · [email protected]
January 18, 2023 at 1:41 PM

The sanctity of life is vital to the end of the death penalty in Ohio

New petition with our partner OTSE. John,  Our partners at Ohioans to Stop Executions (OTSE) have launched a new petition to help end the death penalty in the Buckeye State.   We’ve learned over the course of the campaign to repeal the death penalty in Ohio that the voices of those who believe that…
  Demetrius Minor, CCATDP · [email protected]
November 11, 2022 at 5:40 PM

CCATDP Media Appearances

Check out what's been happening lately! Dear John,  As we look ahead to 2023 — which will be full of opportunities to end the death penalty in states like Ohio, Wyoming, and Nevada — conservative media around the country is sharing our concern. The death penalty is a costly, wasteful government pro…
  Demetrius Minor, CCATDP · [email protected]
August 18, 2022 at 4:22 PM

Conservatives Concerned is Growing!

Conservatives Concerned About the Death Penalty John, It has been one fast-paced summer thus far! I am pleased to announce that our team is growing. Please join me in welcoming Nicholas Cote, our new Western Regional Organizer! Nicholas comes to u…
  Demetrius Minor, CCATDP · [email protected]
August 15, 2022 at 4:53 PM

Oklahoma Conservatives Concerned

Conservatives Concerned About the Death Penalty John, I am very excited to to announce that we are launching a new branch of Conservatives Concerned About the Death Penalty in Oklahoma! Many of us remember those fateful hours last November when Ju…
  Demetrius Minor, CCATDP · [email protected]
June 16, 2022 at 12:50 PM

Friday Facebook Live with #NoDeathPenaltyOH

Conservatives Concerned About the Death Penalty John, It’s summertime! I hope that means you have some time coming up with family and friends. Like many of you, this summer I'm also hard at work to end the death penalty in the Buckeye State, so I’…
  Demetrius Minor, CCATDP · [email protected]
April 27, 2022 at 12:05 PM

We're hiring!

Conservatives Concerned About the Death Penalty John, We’re hiring! Our work to end the death penalty in key states like Utah and Wyoming has brought us to the verge of repeal. With increased support for repeal in Arizona and  Nevada, momentum i…
  Demetrius Minor, CCATDP · [email protected]
March 14, 2022 at 12:55 PM

I Went To CPAC. This Is What I Learned.

Conservatives Concerned About the Death Penalty John, I recently had the opportunity to attend the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in Orlando, FL. Gathering with thousands of conservative activists and policymakers in the Sunshine …
  Demetrius Minor, CCATDP · [email protected]
February 18, 2022 at 10:45 AM

CPAC to feature death penalty discussion

Conservatives Concerned About the Death Penalty John, February is shaping up to be an exciting month. Let me begin with the commemoration of Black History Month. Across the nation, many are celebrating the accomplishments of Black Americans throug…
  Demetrius Minor, CCATDP · [email protected]
January 17, 2022 at 2:05 PM

Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Conservatives Concerned About the Death Penalty Hello Friends: As our nation commemorates the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, we would like to highlight his clear position on  the U.S. death penalty. Please watch this short video to …
  Demetrius Minor, CCATDP · [email protected]
January 10, 2022 at 1:55 PM

What's at stake in 2022?

Conservatives Concerned About the Death Penalty Dear friends: 2022 has finally arrived! It’s a new year, but the mission is the same: to end the death penalty nationwide. This year is beginning with a concerted focus on Utah and Ohio, where common…
  Demetrius Minor, CCATDP · [email protected]
August 26, 2021 at 3:06 PM

A new addition to CCATDP's team

Conservatives Concerned About the Death Penalty John, My name is Demetrius Minor. I am the new National Manager for Conservatives Concerned About the Death Penalty. I am eager to work with you to repeal the death penalty and build solutions to our…
  Hannah Cox, CCATDP · [email protected]
February 5, 2021 at 6:39 PM

BREAKING: Virginia lawmakers vote to end the death penalty

Conservatives Concerned About the Death Penalty John, This. Is. Big. Virginia, a state that has executed more people than any other state in the country, just voted to end the death penalty, with the House of Delegates passing an abolition bill 5…
  Hannah Cox, CCATDP · [email protected]
January 20, 2021 at 8:50 PM

Let's End the Death Penalty in Virginia!

Conservatives Concerned About the Death Penalty Let's End the Death Penalty in Virginia! Yesterday in Richmond, with bipartisan support, the Senate Judiciary Committee voted 10-4 to advance a bill to end the death penalty in Virginia. The bill is …
  Hannah Cox, CCATDP · [email protected]
December 21, 2020 at 3:20 PM

The Death Penalty's Costs Are Making Us Less Safe

Conservatives Concerned About the Death Penalty The Death Penalty's Costs Are Making Us Less Safe There are endless problems with the death penalty. Americans are wrongfully convicted frequently, it fails to deter crime, and it’s overrun with soci…
  Hannah Cox, CCATDP · [email protected]
December 14, 2020 at 6:27 PM

Racial Bias in Our Government

Conservatives Concerned About the Death Penalty Racial Bias in Government Growing up in a conservative household, I always knew the government was fallible, ineffective and sometimes even corrupt. So it should surprise no one, least of all conserv…
  Hannah Cox, CCATDP · [email protected]
December 7, 2020 at 4:27 PM

As Conservatives We Must Stand Up For Life

Conservatives Concerned About the Death Penalty Saving Lives While much of the country is focused on saving lives amid a global pandemic, a small number of states continue to carry out executions. As Conservatives we must stand up for life. Please…
  Hannah Cox, CCATDP · [email protected]
November 25, 2020 at 7:42 PM

Happy Thanksgiving!

Conservatives Concerned About the Death Penalty November Email Happy Thanksgiving! 2020 has been a tough year, but we are still finding reasons to give thanks here. The country’s executions and new death sentences have been suppressed by the pan…
  Hannah Cox, CCATDP · [email protected]
October 22, 2020 at 1:55 PM

You're Invited!

Conservatives Concerned About the Death Penalty You’re Invited… Conservatives believe in a limited government because we know it is prone to error, inequality, and corruption. Our constitution was enacted to enshrine individual rights and restrain…
  Hannah Cox, CCATDP · [email protected]
October 16, 2020 at 7:05 PM

October 2020

Conservatives Concerned About the Death Penalty October Update We hope you’re doing well and taking care as we prepare to head into the fall. We know this has been a difficult and sad year for many, and we are keeping you, our supporters, close to…
  Hannah Cox, CCATDP · [email protected]
September 14, 2020 at 6:35 PM

September Update

Conservatives Concerned About the Death Penalty CCATDP September Update I hope you are staying healthy and safe during these increasingly uncertain times. At CCATDP, we continue working to lift the voices of conservatives who recognize the flagran…
  Hannah Cox, CCATDP · [email protected]
July 17, 2020 at 6:11 PM

CCATDP July 2020

Conservatives Concerned About the Death Penalty It’s been a rough summer… This week, the federal government carried out its first executions in 17 years. Per usual, the cases were fraught with issues – victims’ family members who were stringently …
  Hannah Cox, CCATDP · [email protected]
June 4, 2020 at 2:30 PM

June 2020 Update

Conservatives Concerned About the Death Penalty CCATDP Update 2020 has been a difficult year for our nation, and the impacts of the crises we’ve faced have been especially felt in the communities we serve. Our government continues to kill innocent…
  Hannah Cox, CCATDP · [email protected]
December 20, 2019 at 1:55 PM

2019 was one for the books...

Conservatives Concerned About the Death Penalty Dear CCATDP Family, It’s hard to believe what all that we've accomplished in 2019. We knocked two more states off the list of those with an active death penalty. New Hampshire repealed their law legi…
  Hannah Cox, CCATDP · [email protected]
October 8, 2019 at 1:35 PM

September Update

Conservatives Concerned About the Death Penalty September Update CCATDP First National Gathering In September, CCATDP held its first national gathering for our staff, volunteers, and supporters. Attendees met in New Orleans to discuss the history…
  Hannah Cox, CCATDP · [email protected]
August 21, 2019 at 11:57 PM

Thank you for signing up!

John, Welcome to Conservatives Concerned About the Death Penalty's email list! I'm one of CCATDP's coordinators. My colleagues and I will be traveling across the country over the coming months talking to conservatives and raising awareness about the death penalty's flaws. I would love to hear fro…