The Death Penalty in action - issues updates and the ongoing debate

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I was debating whether or not to bring up the Jodi thread too. But it is relevant!
I've generally been against the DP for the reason that to me it appears too easy of a punishment. An easy death for someone that caused so much pain and anguish to the victim(s) and their families.
In the Jodi case, since the family wants the DP so much I have supported that stance as well.

Thanks M....I wasn't going to bring it up but it IS relevant. In her case, I just can't imagine the brutal nature of her murdering Travis. She literally killed him over and over. That is something I take into consideration when I consider the DP. I am largely against it but in a couple cases I can see where it is justified. I can see your point that sometimes LWOP would be harder for the convict though.