Reverend Sharon Risher
Author and speaker whose mother, two cousins, and a childhood friend were murdered in the Emanuel AME Church shooting. Her new book is called For Such a Time as This, Hope and Forgiveness After the Charleston Massacre.
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Aug 2, 2019 • 20min
Reviving death
Reverend Sharon Risher, an author and speaker who lost several loved ones in the Emanuel AME Church shooting, shares her profound insights on the death penalty. She discusses her feelings regarding the potential execution of Dylann Roof, weaving in her personal journey through forgiveness and justice. The conversation also touches on the complex history of capital punishment in the U.S. and the shifting public sentiment surrounding it, making for a compelling exploration of ethics in the face of tragedy.
