Pope Francis on
Wednesday urged the abolition of the death penalty worldwide
Francis sent a video message to the "World Congress Against
the Death Penalty" organized by the association, "Together
against the Death Penalty" ( ECPM) that is holding a meeting in
Brussels, from February 26 to March 1.
The pontiff called on rulers and all those who have the
responsibility in their countries to take the necessary steps
towards the total abolition of the death penalty
ECPM acts to fight against the death penalty around the
world.
The association promotes the universal abolition through the
creation and dissemination of publications and teaching tools,
as part of public campaigns and lobbies governments at both
national and international levels.
The pope also said that we should offer those condemned to
death the possibility to change their lives.
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