
We The People: Cruel and Unusual Punishment
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Debate Over the Death Penalty and Eighth Amendment Standards
This chapter explores the decreasing support for the death penalty in the U.S. as revealed by recent polls, while addressing the complexities and controversies related to its application and constitutionality. It provokes essential discussions about evolving standards of decency and the non-linear nature of justice and punishment in society.
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