Support for the death penalty has slipped to just below 50 percent, its lowest level in 40 years.

While Democratic presidential nominees have become almost invincible among the highly educated urbanites, Republicans have increased their margins among white voters in more rural areas.

In the face of the mounting political crises over immigration, is it possible to bring a renewed perspective to this question?

Politicians, their staffs and volunteers should reflect our best aspirations as citizens," he said.

The release of the 21 girls was part of a deal brokered by the International Committee of the Red Cross and the Swiss and Nigerian governments.

Deaths and injuries spike for children under 5, with 3-year-olds the most common shooters and victims.