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Tough call. I'd be interested to see the statistics related to whether publicizing execution is a deterrence (if such statistics exist). I'd tend to say no (its not a deterrent), because what criminal ever thinks he's going to get caught? Whether they showed it or not, I still think thered be the same amount of crime. In this day and age of TV, if executions were broadcast, for example, it would be for 'entertainment purposes' and not a deterrent.
Yet I wonder if Id feel any type of satisfaction watching Hussein being executed. Dont know.
Looking forward to reading what others think...
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