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Bush Executions NPR's Wade Goodwyn reports that George W. Bush, who during his tenure as governor of Texas has overseen 131 executions, is about to grant a rare reprieve. Bush said that the convicted murderer, Ricky Nolen McGinn, deserved a 30-day stay for DNA testing. The governor's response comes as Texas' reputation as the capital punishment state becomes an issue in the presidential race.

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NPR's Wade Goodwyn reports that George W. Bush, who during his tenure as governor of Texas has overseen 131 executions, is about to grant a rare reprieve. Bush said that the convicted murderer, Ricky Nolen McGinn, deserved a 30-day stay for DNA testing. The governor's response comes as Texas' reputation as the capital punishment state becomes an issue in the presidential race.