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In reply to the discussion: Georgia Man Who Molested 3-Year-Old Gets 220-Year Sentence [View all]MrSlayer
(22,143 posts)11. Don't blame DU.
Most people here would defend this asshole's right to live or whatever. I'm one of the few that come down on the side of street justice because I don't believe the law is strong enough.
I'm sure we agree on most things otherwise.
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Once again when did DU decide laws are the judicial system are outdated concepts?
white_wolf
Feb 2013
#9
If it were ever actually applied in cases that truly matter, I might respect it.
MrSlayer
Feb 2013
#30
The SCOTUS has ruled the death penalty is unconstitutional for any crime save murder.
white_wolf
Feb 2013
#15
Revenge killing is not justice, it is allowing the lowest of the low in society
sabrina 1
Feb 2013
#42
I'm only against the death penalty because of cases in which innocent people are put to death...
EastKYLiberal
Feb 2013
#26