Incarceration serves four purposes: deterrence, incapacitation, retribution and rehabilitation. Life without parole is not necessary for any of them.

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Bill O'Keefe, vice president for government relations and advocacy at Catholic Relief Services, called Stephen Colecchi a resolute partner in advocacy and a gifted friend who is at ease talking with policymakers and struggling people alike.

As the Good Friday Agreement turns 20, the future of Northern Ireland remains unclear.

Will bombing or putting American “boots on the ground” bring peace to Syria?

The 15 dead included 10 hockey players between the ages of 16 and 21, the team coach, radio broadcaster, bus driver and other team personnel.