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Old 09-06-2014, 11:05 AM
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There are certain cases where I wouldn't really object to the death penalty being used, but overall don't see much purpose in reinstating it. And having the state as executioner makes me a bit uncomfortable.

While I agree those examples are too short, often very long sentences don't serve much purpose. Might be more just, but likely isn't much of more of a deterrent. The US definitely oversentences non-violent offenders.

 
Old 09-06-2014, 11:07 AM
 
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There are certain cases where I wouldn't really object to the death penalty being used, but overall don't see much purpose in reinstating it. And having the state as executioner makes me a bit uncomfortable.

While I agree those examples are too short, often very long sentences don't serve much purpose. Might be more just, but likely isn't much of more of a deterrent. The US definitely oversentences non-violent offenders.
Yes they do, they keep the bastards off the streets so they can't attack other innocent victims.
 
Old 09-06-2014, 11:12 AM
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Yes they do, they keep the bastards off the streets so they can't attack other innocent victims.
Well yes for violent criminals. But there limits on how long a sentence is reasonable. Often those who stay in prison long-term are more likely to reoffend and have limited job prospects afterwards. The American prison population per capita is enormous.
 
Old 09-06-2014, 11:27 AM
 
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Prison should be more about rehabilitation than punishment. Norway's system is a good example to follow - lowest re-offending rates in the world.
 
Old 09-06-2014, 12:24 PM
 
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Found a dead bird outside. Poor birdie.
 
Old 09-06-2014, 12:44 PM
 
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Found a dead bird outside. Poor birdie.
Saw a yellow one on the sidewalk yesterday.
 
Old 09-06-2014, 01:03 PM
 
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Gonna get a contract phone but the phone..
 
Old 09-06-2014, 03:12 PM
 
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Gonna get a contract phone but the phone..
Galaxy s5.
 
Old 09-06-2014, 03:44 PM
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Galaxy s5.
what's the advantage of the galaxy s5 over an iPhone?
 
Old 09-06-2014, 04:00 PM
 
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what's the advantage of the galaxy s5 over an iPhone?
The battery lasts longer than 11 minutes.

Tbh, I just ended up bored of the iphones, and apple in general.
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