Synopsis

We recognize the profound anger experienced by victims and their families. However, research indicates that state executions do not serve as a deterrent. Furthermore, DNA evidence has cleared 122 individuals once condemned to death! If we are executing prisoners simply to appease a base emotion, if we cannot be certain of the defendant’s guilt, and if we possess methods to ensure lifelong incapacitation at a reduced expense, why does our government continue to endorse this antiquated, primal, br