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Kansas governor denies clemency for John Robinson

Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly denied clemency for serial killer John Robinson, citing no evidence of injustice.

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Topeka Capital-Journal· Jun 23, 9:08 AMKansas governor denies clemency for John Robinson

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