Contemplating Controversy: The Death Penalty

The death penalty is a very controversial topic in the United States and in law enforcement today.

CLICK HERE to read many different viewpoints on the death penalty.

I think both sides of the argument have a lot of legitimacy. The side that argues that the death penalty is immoral states a few reasons why they believe so:
-The possibility of sentencing due to racial bias/prejudice
-Cannot have an 'eye for an eye' policy
-Killing is always wrong, no matter the context

All of these points made be the PRO side seem well supported and reasonable.
If we take a look at the CON side of the argument we can see the issue from a entirely different perspective. The side that argues that the death penalty is not immoral believes:
-They are following laws of the land
-Can have an 'eye for an eye' policy
-Honors dignity and makes people think twice

The basic difference between sides is the notion of life and death of a human being. When someone's life is at stake it can cause people to become very emotionally invested in what they believe is right and wrong.

Works Cited

"Is the Death Penalty Immoral?" Is the Death Penalty Immoral? - Death Penalty - ProCon.org. Procon.org, 30 Aug. 2008. Web. 22 Oct. 2012.