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Originally Posted by Jefferson To say it's unconstitutional is BS.
It's more accurate to say - from a moral and psychological position - that we should not execute minors.
First; they likely don't fully understand the ramifications of their actions.
Second; there is a greater degree of likelihood that a minor could be helped and/or reformed.
But to say it's unconstitutional? BS | Well, unfortunately for you, every single law in America needs to have a constitutional basis. So, putting the death penalty for minors under cruel and unusual punishment, in that respect, is accurate and reasonable.
You can't just pass a law because it would be moral or ethical. |