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Is Capital Punishment Morally Justifiable?

April 26, 2017Capital justifiable morally Punishment

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Is Capital Punishment Morally Justifiable?

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Those who argue for the morality of capital punishment appeal to at least one of the following to justify the use of the death penalty: Lex talionis ( just retribution), incapacitation, and /or deterrence. Explain the meaning of the terms listed in the previous sentence. Explain Camus argument against each of the three “justifications” for capital punishment. Evaluate and criticize Camus arguments. Do you find Camus arguments convincing? Why or why not? Construct your own argument for or against capital punishment. [Construct an argument, do not simply express feelings.] Back to Syllabus Page. Galli opus.