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I have also seen it stated that Capital punishment is murder in its worst form. I should like to know upon what principl
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"I have also seen it stated that Capital punishment is murder in its worst form. I should like to know upon what principle of human society these assertions are based and justified"

- Benjamin Tucker

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This quote by Benjamin Tucker is questioning the justification of capital penalty. He is asking what concept of human society permits the assertion that capital penalty is murder in its worst form. He is suggesting that there is no valid justification for this statement, which it is not based on any principle of human society. He is suggesting that capital penalty must not be considered murder, which it ought to be viewed as a genuine form of punishment. This quote highlights the importance of comprehending the principles of human society and how they can be used to justify specific actions. It also highlights the need for an extensive examination of the morality of capital punishment before it is accepted as a legitimate type of punishment.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Benjamin Tucker between April 17, 1854 and June 22, 1939. He/she was a famous Activist from USA. The author also have 31 other quotes.

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