11 Nov 09
Originally posted by zeeblebot...
http://www.cnn.com/2009/CRIME/11/10/virginia.sniper.execution/index.html
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Muhammad's attorney had argued his client was not given sufficient time to file his final appeal, but said Tuesday -- after the high court and the governor declined his request for a stay -- that he would make no further efforts to delay the matter.
"We respect their deci ...[text shortened]... ed the day that these devils murder my innocent black ass."
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Asked about his father, Lindbergh Williams said his feelings about the death penalty had not softened with the approach of the execution. "If you commit a crime, you can pay the time," he said.
Asked whether he believes his father regretted what he did, the younger Williams said, "Yes, I really do."
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11 Nov 09
Originally posted by zeeblebotINdeed! Perhaps in those with bad veins they should administer the meds in suppositoy form. Or lace their food with powdered Obama speeches. That's cruel and unusual, however! In Roman times they had a mode of execution in which the convicted felon was torn limb by limb with a plier like instrument. Now there's cruel and unusual!
c'mon. how bad could it be? one IV to make you sleep. another one so you won't wake up. how bad could it be?
one guy, they couldn't find a vein and they suspended the execution.
11 Nov 09
Originally posted by zeeblebothttp://www.ocucc.org/DeathPenalty/Problems.htm
c'mon. how bad could it be? one IV to make you sleep. another one so you won't wake up. how bad could it be?
one guy, they couldn't find a vein and they suspended the execution.
• Problems with Lethal Injection as a Method of Execution
Since 1977, the method of execution in the United States has increasingly become by lethal injection, hailed by proponents as a “humane” methodology. We now know that this is not the case (Liptak, NYT, 10/7/2003). We also know that lethal injection causes severe ethical issues for medical personnel necessarily involved with the process.
Chemical Problems
In most states three chemicals are used for lethal injection: Sodium thiopental, pancuronium bromide, and potassium chloride. The first of these is considered an ultra-short-acting bromide which is effective as an anesthesia for just a few minutes. The second, pancuronium bromide, marketed as Pavulon, paralyzes the skeletal muscles without affecting the nerves or brain. The individual injected with Pavulon is conscious without being able to move or speak, thus giving the impression of serenity or tranquility. In the state of Tennessee, it is a crime for veterinarians to use this drug in euthanizing pets. The final injection, potassium chloride, stops the heart while causing excruciating pain. The effect of this “cocktail,” according to testimony by Dr. Mark J.S. Heath who teaches anesthesiology at Columbia, is “that the sodium thiopental can be inadequate or wear off”…leaving “the prisoner conscious, paralyzed, suffocating and subject to extreme pain from the potassium chloride” (Liptak, NYT, 10/7/2003).
According to Judge Ellen Hobbs Lyle, “The subject gives all the appearances of a serene expiration when actually the subject is feeling and perceiving the excruciatingly painful ordeal of death by lethal injection…the Pavulon gives a false impression of serenity to viewers, making punishment by death more palatable and acceptable to society” (Liptak, NYT, 10/7/2003).
Ethical Problems
In addition to the chemical problems, there are medical ethics problems with lethal injection. According to the AMA, physicians “should not be a participant in a legally authorized execution.” This includes injecting drugs, inspecting injection devices, supervising staff who perform injections, ordering lethal drugs, selecting intravenous sites and placing intravenous lines (particularly necessary in inmates who have been drug abusers and thus have poor veins), monitoring vital signs and pronouncing the prisoner dead (Groner, BMJ, 11/2/2002). In addition to the AMA, the American Nurses Association is “strongly opposed” to participation in executions because it is “contrary to the fundamental goals and ethical traditions of the profession (press release, 12/8/1994 ).
References
www.ama-assn.org Policy files E-2.06 Capital Punishment
Goner, Jonathan I, bmj.com, Volume 325, November 2, 2002 or gronerj@chi.osu.edu
Liptak, Adam, The New York Times, October 7, 2003
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Usually any high profile execution brings a slew of protestors around the country. In view of the recent Fort Hood melee, it'd be pretty brazen for anyone to demonstrate against capital punishment in this case.
As far as lethal injection not being humane enough to suit people, there never will be a way to do it that makes them happy so boo-hoo.
11 Nov 09
Originally posted by Ice Coldthat's nice ... like a wasp!
http://www.ocucc.org/DeathPenalty/Problems.htm
• Problems with Lethal Injection as a Method of Execution
Since 1977, the method of execution in the United States has increasingly become by lethal injection, hailed by proponents as a “humane” methodology. We now know that this is not the case (Liptak, NYT, 10/7/2003). We also kn ...[text shortened]... ber 2, 2002 or gronerj@chi.osu.edu
Liptak, Adam, The New York Times, October 7, 2003
and we don't need to FEEL guilty, because he LOOKS asleep ...
11 Nov 09
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spider_wasp
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Spider wasps are long-legged, solitary wasps that use a single spider as a host for feeding their larvae. They paralyze the spider with a venomous stinger. Once paralyzed, the spider is dragged to where a nest will be built – some wasps having already made a nest.[3]
Wasp dragging spider to its nest
A single egg is laid on the abdomen of the spider, and the nest – or burrow – is closed.
The size of the host can influence whether the wasp will lay an egg that will develop as a male, or an egg that will develop into a female – larger prey yielding the (larger) females.[4] A complex set of adult behavior can then occur, such as spreading dirt or inspecting the area, leaving the nest site inconspicuous. When the wasp larva hatches it begins to feed on the still-living spider. After consuming the edible parts of the spider, the larva spins a silk cocoon and pupates – usually emerging as an adult the next summer. Some ceropalines lay the egg on a still-active spider, where it feeds externally on hemolymph. In time, that spider will die, and the mature wasp larva will then pupate.
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Originally posted by Hand of Hecateno one has the right to take another's life no matter what
I'm surprised that Palynka hasn't strapped on his skirt and sobbed his sympathy for the poor murderer.
but we easily forget that when we're blinded by our own intense emotions, and desires
mine included, but no one is perfect. you can argue morality, you can give examples to test each others own inner demons/faults, you can even argue that there are too many people on this planet anyway, but that doesn't give you the right. all the excuses in the world would never make it right...only easier to swallow...
edit: my grammar only works when im sober
11 Nov 09
Originally posted by zeeblebotseriously? i didn't know that! i thought a conglomerate of more intellectually stimulated gents could at least sympathize with my reasonings, if not come up with a compelling argument why i am being irrational on this issue
the u.s. penal code disagrees with anonymousenumber1.
suppose i'll have to send a letter to congress telling them to start pressing on issues that could eventually not get them reelected as the polls say so! point being, a necessary evil voted on the majority is still evil, therefore unnecessary