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Each title in the highly acclaimed Opposing Viewpoints series explores a specific issue by placing expert opinions in a unique pro/con format; the viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected and often hard-to-find publications.; This title explores whether the death penalty is just and ethical, whether the death penalty serves the public good, whether the death penalty is applied fairly, and whether the death penalty should be abolished or reformed.; "Each volume in the Opposing Viewpoints Series could serve as a modelnot only providing access to a wide diversity of opinions, but also stimulating readers to do further research for group discussion and individual interest. Both shrill and moderate, th