"I hear they burn for murder. Well, they say it just takes a second to die"
- Lee Harvey Oswald
About this Quote
In this quote, Lee Harvey Oswald is most likely referring to the penalty for murder, which is death by burning. He may be revealing his belief that this form of execution is speedy and effective, as it just takes a 2nd for the individual to pass away. This might also be analyzed as a commentary on the severity of the criminal activity of murder and the repercussions that feature it. Oswald's usage of the word "they" recommends that he is not personally involved in any murders, however knows the penalty for such a criminal activity. In general, this quote highlights the gravity of murder and the repercussions that include it.
This quote is written / told by Lee Harvey Oswald between October 18, 1939 and November 24, 1963. He/she was a famous Criminal from USA.
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