And I made clear that I would put a moratorium in place. I wouldn't sign any execution warrants long as I'm governor. And I didn't call on the legislature to reform the system. I called on the legislature to abolish the death penalty because I simply believe the state should not be in the business of killing people. So often there are these debates around hot button social issues, and the question is like you know, should Democrats moderate on this and others say, don't throw that group of people under the bus. (11:48–11:57)
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Asserts that he has called on the legislature to abolish the death penalty.
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