'Here we are again': Death row Canadian waits as Montana looks at resuming executions
- Ronald Smith, a Canadian on death row in Montana for 42 years, faces renewed uncertainty as state legislators consider resuming executions by changing drug requirements for lethal injection.
- Executing Smith has been stalled since 2015 due to the unavailability of an "ultra-fast-acting barbiturate," which is required by Montana law.
- Alex Rate from the American Civil Liberties Union criticized the proposed bill, stating it could allow cruel methods of execution and undermine constitutional protections.
- Smith expressed frustration with his situation, saying, "If they’re not going to cut me a break, then go ahead and do away with me.
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