Saddam Hussein sentenced to death

[GeekyPenguin]

Originally Posted by KSig RC

I'm not sure the lack of deterrent effect is really an appropriate argument here, considering the vast cultural differences (and extreme differences in what is considered 'appropriate' punishment) - besides this, I would probably have to argue that 'symbolic' punishments are far more appropriate a comparison in this case, since you can't really come up with a commensurate or appropriate punishment/rehabilitation strategy for someone who, y'know, gassed 5000 Kurds.

It's just not a similar system or situation, so I really don't feel comfortable getting all argumentative up in this bitch.

I don't like the death penalty ever. I agree that what he did was heinous but I just don't think it is ever okay.

[KSig RC]

Originally Posted by GeekyPenguin

I don't like the death penalty ever. I agree that what he did was heinous but I just don't think it is ever okay.

Word, and I don't necessarily disagree - but the whole point is that the rationale behind why I don't really get down w/ CapPun doesn't necessarily apply directly here. It seems a little counterproductive, is what I'm getting at.

[GeekyPenguin]

Originally Posted by KSig RC

Word, and I don't necessarily disagree - but the whole point is that the rationale behind why I don't really get down w/ CapPun doesn't necessarily apply directly here. It seems a little counterproductive, is what I'm getting at.

It doesn't really, I just dislike the whole "I love the death penalty" train of thought.

[squirrely girl]

Originally Posted by KSig RC

Word, and I don't necessarily disagree - but the whole point is that the rationale behind why I don't really get down w/ CapPun doesn't necessarily apply directly here. It seems a little counterproductive, is what I'm getting at.

ditto on the above - this whole thing is just a crazy convoluted mess

-m