Global day of action for Troy Davis
Click to viewTroy Anthony Davis, an African-American, was convicted for the 1989 killing of a white police officer. Since the trial, SEVEN of the NINE NON-POLICE WITNESSES HAVE RECANTED THEIR TESTIMONY. There is also NO physical EVIDENCE tying Davis to the crime scene. Additionally, one of the remaining two witnesses has been implicated as the real killer.
Citing the law, attorneys for the state contend Davis’ new evidence cannot be considered because he didn’t present it years ago when his appeal was in the state courts. A 30-day stay of execution expired on Saturday following last month’s decision by a federal appeals court to reject a new trial for Davis. The Georgia Board of Pardon and Paroles has voted to deny clemency, yet Governor Perdue can still exercise leadership to ensure that his death sentence is commuted.
PLEASE urge him to demonstrate respect for fairness and justice by supporting clemency for Troy Davis. Send a message asking Georgia's Governor to support clemency for Troy Davis:
http://takeaction.amnestyusa.org/siteapps/advocacy/index.aspx?c=jhKPIXPCIoE&b=2590179&template=x.ascx&action=12168
more info:
http://www.democracynow.org/2009/5/19/global_day_of_action_held_to