Summary
Convicted murderer Humberto Leal, who was illegally brought to the United States by his family 36 years ago as a 2-year-old, shouted "Viva Mexico" twice as a lethal injection was deservedly administered to him ("Mexican executed for '94 Texas slaying," Nation, July 8).
Leal committed one of the most despicable acts imaginable: raping and bludgeoning to death a teenage girl. The death penalty appeal case centered on the failure of local Texas authorities to advise Leal of his right to seek counsel from staff at the nearest Mexican consulate following his arrest.See the full content of this document
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Seeds of 'Homegrown' Evil
This violation of an international agreement could have no impact on the d...
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