The Death Penalty The argument for the death penalty would suggest that one who has murdered an innocent individual should not be allowed to live. Often times, those who commit murder sit in prison and watch television, play cards, or go outside to play games such as basketball with other inmates. This is horrible, the victim is dead, and the accused is having a decent time in the penitentiary. It is not fair to the …showed first 75 words of 704 total…

…showed last 75 words of 704 total…or her life; do unto others, as you would want them to do unto you. By this simple statement it is clear to see that the death penalty does what it was put in place to do. The death penalty makes the streets safer and relieves some stress and worry that are held by everyone that is involved. Though, the death penalty is debatable it is clear that it is necessary to ensure public safety.