In This Selection Bedau First Draws an Analogy Between Self-Defense

question 3

True/False

In this selection Bedau first draws an analogy between self-defense and the death penalty. Just as in defending ourselves we are to use no more force than is necessary to prevent harm, so in punishing criminals we are to use no more violence than is necessary to adequately punish the criminal. Bedau then argues that neither the deterrence nor the retributive argument for capital punishment is a good argument. He thinks that the literal application of the lex talionis is barbaric and that long-term imprisonment is adequate punishment.
-Bedau thinks that the principle of "a life for a life" suffices to justify the execution of murderers.

---

Definitions:

Evaluation Apprehension

The fear or anxiety about being judged by others, which can affect performance and behavior in social situations.

Brainstorming

Brainstorming is a technique or process used for generating creative ideas and solutions through spontaneous and free-flowing group discussion.

Synergy

The collaboration between two or more entities, materials, or agents that results in a collective impact exceeding the total of their individual contributions.

Collective Task

A task that requires the collaboration and effort of multiple individuals or groups to achieve a common goal.