this is a social debate. does death penalty make socitey better? are there alternatives? can a justice system be flawless and only convict criminals? does death penalty decrease crime rate? what kind of message are we sending to future generations regarding problems and their solution(s)? is death the sternest and most acceptable form of punishment that this "civilized" world can offer? there could be more questions of course. after answering these simple questions, i have come to the conclusion of opposing the death penalty.