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Richard N. Salem Commutation of Sentence Community Recommendation
Final supporters
December 17, 2012
The Honorable Governor Janice K. Brewer
Arizona Governor
Executive Tower
1700 West Washington Street
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Honorable Governor Brewer,
In accordance with the decision on September 12, 2012 by the Arizona Board of Executive Clemency to recommend to your Governorship that the sentence of Richard N. Salem be commuted, we the undersigned citizens, associates, dear friends and family, in the Sedona community and elsewhere, hereby offer our strong agreement with the Board’s unanimous decision. As the Board has found conclusively that Richard’s case, his character and his conduct merit this commutation, we in turn vouch for him on a personal, community and societal level. Richard is an upstanding, safe and very valuable member of the Sedona community. He is a kind, trustworthy, gentle, creative and productive individual. He is a healthy asset to our professional, business and social body. Richard has a background in art history, holds a Masters Degree from ASU and is an accomplished music artist and graphic designer. He has worked with numerous local businesses, non-profit organizations and has been an active participant in community benefit events. We look forward to the continuation of his success. There has been an overwhelming outpouring of concern and support for Richard from the outset of this case, beginning almost 7 years ago. Given the unfortunate absence of an earlier resolution to this matter, we believe wholeheartedly that commutation at this time is the most just, right and proper conclusion. We ask sincerely that you grant this measure of relief. Richard will be lovingly embraced, supported and assisted in his transition upon release to community supervision. We are eager to welcome him home.
With tremendous gratitude for your consideration and respectfully yours,
Undersigned Citizens
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December 18, 2012
I am truly humbled by the attention this has received and I never imagined such a heartfelt response from so many people. This growing momentum belongs entirely to you and your willingness to speak up for Richard. It is a genuine honor to witness this level of compassion for him.
6 Comments
Enough is enough. Hes a changed man and ready to give back to AZ again.
He helped my family out so much over the years. Always generous and respectful. Really hope the gov listens to the board.
FREE RICHARD SALEM!! He has served his time and done the work. We miss him in Sedona so much.
Richard is a staple of the Sedona community and has always been nothing but kind to everyone he meets. Its time to bring him home.
Known him for years. He is a good man and a real asset to this town. Completely agree with the Board on this one.
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Richard N. Salem Commutation of Sentence Community Recommendation
Final supporters
December 17, 2012
The Honorable Governor Janice K. Brewer
Arizona Governor
Executive Tower
1700 West Washington Street
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Honorable Governor Brewer,
In accordance with the decision on September 12, 2012 by the Arizona Board of Executive Clemency to recommend to your Governorship that the sentence of Richard N. Salem be commuted, we the undersigned citizens, associates, dear friends and family, in the Sedona community and elsewhere, hereby offer our strong agreement with the Board’s unanimous decision. As the Board has found conclusively that Richard’s case, his character and his conduct merit this commutation, we in turn vouch for him on a personal, community and societal level. Richard is an upstanding, safe and very valuable member of the Sedona community. He is a kind, trustworthy, gentle, creative and productive individual. He is a healthy asset to our professional, business and social body. Richard has a background in art history, holds a Masters Degree from ASU and is an accomplished music artist and graphic designer. He has worked with numerous local businesses, non-profit organizations and has been an active participant in community benefit events. We look forward to the continuation of his success. There has been an overwhelming outpouring of concern and support for Richard from the outset of this case, beginning almost 7 years ago. Given the unfortunate absence of an earlier resolution to this matter, we believe wholeheartedly that commutation at this time is the most just, right and proper conclusion. We ask sincerely that you grant this measure of relief. Richard will be lovingly embraced, supported and assisted in his transition upon release to community supervision. We are eager to welcome him home.
With tremendous gratitude for your consideration and respectfully yours,
Undersigned Citizens
Updates
December 18, 2012
I am truly humbled by the attention this has received and I never imagined such a heartfelt response from so many people. This growing momentum belongs entirely to you and your willingness to speak up for Richard. It is a genuine honor to witness this level of compassion for him.
6 Comments
Justice needs to be served but this is just excessive. The board got it right the first time. Let him out.
Enough is enough. Hes a changed man and ready to give back to AZ again.
He helped my family out so much over the years. Always generous and respectful. Really hope the gov listens to the board.
FREE RICHARD SALEM!! He has served his time and done the work. We miss him in Sedona so much.
Richard is a staple of the Sedona community and has always been nothing but kind to everyone he meets. Its time to bring him home.
Known him for years. He is a good man and a real asset to this town. Completely agree with the Board on this one.
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Justice needs to be served but this is just excessive. The board got it right the first time. Let him out.