Is having the death penalty a deterrent against crime? Yes? No? Why?

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The United States remains in the minority of civilized nations in the world that still uses death as punishment for certain crimes. Many see the penalty as barbaric and against American values. Others see it as an important tool in fighting crime. What's your opinion?

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 Is having the death penalty a deterrent against crime? Yes? No? Why?

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