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In reply to the discussion: Judge Argues For Return Of Firing Squad Executions [View all]Swede Atlanta
(3,596 posts)I have a novel idea....
Why don't we join the rest of the civilized countries of the world and abolish capital punishment?
I realize some could never agree to that since we believe in guns everywhere and we are the most violent "civilized" country on the planet.
But we know CP does not deter crime. We know we convict innocent people and most certainly have put some to death. We know it costs taxpayers more to execute someone than keep them incarcerated for life when you consider the costs of appeals, attorneys, etc.
I for one as am opposed to having my tax dollars be spent on war and capital punishment as any Bible thumper is about not wanting tax dollars to go for abortion. Why don't I get an out. I suggest those that like war contribute to a fund that will go do that. Those that want capital punishment can contribute to a fund that does that.
Actually no, I don't want needless war and I certainly don't want anyone killed or, as in this case, tortured in my name.
I suggest we water board Alex Koziniski and see if he calls it torture. He would pee and poo his pants.