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News Release
February 12, 2007
'Race to Execution' to be Screened at Boise State University as
Part of Diverse Perspectives Film Series
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The documentary “Race to Execution” will be shown from 5:30-7 p.m. Feb. 27 in
the Boise State University Student Union Bishop Barnwell Room and from 10
a.m.-noon March 3 in Room 102E at Boise State West. Both screenings are free and
open to the public.
“Race to Execution” traces the fates of two Death Row inmates, Robert Tarver in
Alabama and Madison Hobley in Chicago. Their cases are presented against a
backdrop of inequality: in the United States, people who murder whites are more
likely to be sentenced to death than those who kill blacks. With commentary from
family members, attorneys and legal scholars, this film looks for explanations
of the disparity. Through compelling personal narratives and the often
unexpected results of research on race, justice and the media, “Race to
Execution” exposes the factors that influence who lives and who dies at the
hands of the state.
Speakers will lead audience discussions about the death penalty following the
films. On Feb. 27, professor of criminal justice Michael Blankenship will speak
and lead the discussion. On March 3, Lynn Allen, regional outreach coordinator
for ITVS Community Cinema, will lead the discussion.
These screenings are in advance of a national television release of the
documentary, which will air at 10 p.m. March 27 on Idaho Public Television.
“Race to Execution” is part of the Diverse Perspectives Film Series at Boise
State, sponsored by the university, Idaho Public Television and the Independent
Television Service. For more information, call (208) 426-1223.
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Contact: Holly Gilchrist, Student Activities, (208) 426-1223,
hollygilchrist@boisestate.edu
Media Contact: Julie Hahn, University Communications, (208) 426-5540,
juliehahn@boisestate.edu
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Last reviewed on
Tuesday, February 27, 2007
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