#20: Capital Punishment: Yes in Theory, No in Practice

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Practical Ethics

Dr. David Perry

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This podcast series explores a wide range of practical ethical questions, hosted by Dr. David Perry, Director of the Practical Ethics Institute. Dr. Perry earned a Ph.D. in ethics from the University of Chicago Divinity School, taught ethics in undergraduate and graduate schools for 24 years, and published a book and over 50 articles in the field.

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#20: Capital Punishment: Yes in Theory, No in Practice

Practical Ethics

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10 months ago

#20: Capital Punishment: Yes in Theory, No in Practice

Assuming that people have a basic right not to be killed, is that an absolute right? Or can murderers forfeit that right? If capital punishment can be justified in theory, are there enough significant concerns about it in practice that it ought to be abolished?