We know the death penalty is cruel and that it debases us all, yet, Florida continues to push the bounds of this cruelty. Just one week ago, Florida executed Jeffrey “Ranger” Hutchinson, a Gulf War veteran suffering from combat-related brain damage and longstanding delusions. Now, with barely a moment to reflect, the State is charging…

Yesterday, May 1, marked the beginning of Military Appreciation Month and Mental Health Awareness Month. Also yesterday, the State of Florida murdered a mentally ill veteran. I want to shout about the hypocrisy from the rooftops. I’ll be honest, of all of the executions since I took over as Executive Director, I thought there was…

Typically, when a veteran dies, they are thanked for their service to our country and honored with flags, salutes, and accolades. Instead, tonight, we, the people of the State of Florida, murdered one.  Sergeant Jeffrey “Ranger” Hutchinson was an Army Airborne Ranger and a decorated Gulf War veteran. He bravely served for over a decade…