Kit Thomas
ON THE RECORD · 4 verbatim quotes · every quote source-verified
“He reduced the training requirements and we’ve seen disastrous results,”
Kit Thomas · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-03
Thomas criticized Strada for reducing training requirements for execution team members.
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The Guardian
“no regard for the experience of the individual being executed other than that they end up dead”
Kit Thomas · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-03
Thomas said Strada's deposition response showed no regard for the experience of the individual being executed.
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The Guardian
“He oversaw executions in Arizona which involved prolonged, torturous attempts to establish IV lines, and he brought a similar practice here.”
Kit Thomas · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-03
Thomas argued Strada brought problematic IV-line practices from Arizona to Tennessee.
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The Guardian
“What good is an independent investigation if those investigators provide recommendations that are ignored?”
Kit Thomas · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-03
Thomas questioned the value of an independent investigation when its recommendations are ignored.
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The Guardian