The death penalty, also referred to as capital punishment, has been abolished in Canada but still exists in a few American states. I disagree with the death penalty for several reasons. My first reason is I find it extremely inhumane to take someone’s life in order to demonstrate the power of the law. Another reason for my disapproval of the death penalty is the amount of money that it takes to put someone to …showed first 75 words of 592 total…

…showed last 75 words of 592 total…appeals process attached to it. Also carrying out the killing of someone leaves extremely deep emotional scars that do not go away overnight. People who witness the killing are probably scarred for life, plagued with nightmares and they will never forget the face on the accused as he was receiving his punishment. By taking someone’s life, you too have become a "killer" no matter what the circumstances. I simply believe it isn’t right.