For years now the death penalty has been in effect in many states throughout the U.S. States that do not include the penalty are Minnesota, Michigan, and Wisconsin. Recently the governor of Illinois, George Ryan, has helped thirteen convicted prisoners escape. His intentions are to reconsider the guiltiness of the prisoners and determine the appropriate punishments. Although his purpose is morally good, relatives of victims' families have begun to think otherwise.
Personally I believe that the governor of Illinois is only trying to withhold the honesty and integrity of the law. He is also trying to protect and promote the lives of the prisoners by giving them a fair chance for justice if they truly are innocent. As he becomes more active in the situation he is also causing pain and distress to those in relation to the victims of the crimes. …
