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Faith leaders dissent as Gov. Kelly denies clemency to Carr brothers

Gov. Laura Kelly denied Reginald and Jonathan Carr's clemency requests prior to faith leaders delivering a call for commuting all death sentences.

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Topeka Capital-Journal· Jul 14, 6:25 PMFaith leaders dissent as Gov. Kelly denies clemency to Carr brothers

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