Life for Charles "Sonny" Burton: Act now to Save Sonny!
About this episode
The episode discusses the case of Charles 'Sonny' Burton, a man on death row in Alabama who was wrongfully convicted under the felony murder rule.
Charles "Sonny" Burton is a 75 year old man on Alabama's death row. But he NEVER KILLED ANYONE. He was convicted under the archaic and unjust "felony murder" rule. His more culpable co-defendant got life. Six jurors regret their vote and want him to live. The victim's daughter wants him to live. There has likely never been a more compelling case for clemency. It's now in the hands of the governor to spare his life. Act now to save him! Contact Governor Kay Ivey and make your voice heard -- 334-242-7100 Instagram : @governorkayivey go to www.charlessonnyburton.com to sign a petition. Here's a compelling new NBC News report on Sonny: Alabama set to execute man who didn't kill anyone
People in this episode
Host: Doug Passon
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Organizations: NBC News
Places: Alabama
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