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We The People: Cruel and Unusual Punishment

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Evolving Standards of Decency

This chapter delves into the evolving interpretation of the Eighth Amendment's prohibition against cruel and unusual punishment, particularly in the context of capital punishment and racial disparities in the justice system. It highlights the Supreme Court's shift in perspective and how societal changes may influence future standards of decency and legal rights.

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