Why is capital punishment an important topic of debate?
If it’s illegal for people to kill, why is it legal for the government to kill? For many decades, capital punishment has been an ongoing controversy not only in the United States, but across the globe. The death penalty is an important controversial topic because it is a permanent punishment and cannot be undone. In the U.S. opponents argue that it is unfair and usually favors people with money. While proponents say the death penalty decreases the level of crime and makes society safer.