Supporters of the death penalty often posit arguments that cite retribution for violent crimes as being instrumental in justice. However, several studies and research have show that taking the life of another human being through capital punishment only perpetuates a cycle of violence. Furthermore, other research has shown that flaws in our justice system has led to innocent being prosecuted, guilty being set free, and a plethora of other biases being present during capital punishment cases.
Outlined below are the top 10 reasons that the death penalty should be abolished.
10Moral Hypocrisy
The Death Penalty is Immoral and Hypocritical
9Cruel and Unusual Punishment
The Death Penalty Should be abolished because it constitutes cruel and unusual punishment
8Crime Rates
The Death Penalty Should be abolished because there is no evidence it will reduce crime rates
7Exoneration
The Death Penalty Prevents Exoneration
6Cost
Failing to Abolish the Death Penalty is a waste of money.
5Racial Discrimination
The Death Penalty has a disparate impact on minorities
4Socio-economic Discrimination
The Death Penalty Causes Socio-Economic Discrimination
3Revenge and Forgiveness
The Death Penalty is State Sanctioned Revenge
2Medical Ethics
The Death Penalty Violates Medical Ethics and the Hippocratic Oath.
1Rehabilitation
The Death Penalty Eliminates Possibility of Rehabilitation.
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