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Clemency reshapes Illinois death row inmates future
In Illinois 167 condemned inmates had their sentences commuted to life by Gov. George Ryan shortly before leaving office. Prisoners like Danny Edwards await life in population, facing new risks and opportunities, while some fear violence and loss of isolation. Rod Blagojevich plans to continue the moratorium, with no immediate new commutations.
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