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The use of capital punishment has long been a contentious issue in  America. While there seems to be little evidence that the death penalty  acts as a deterrent, proponents argue that deterrence is not the only  function of punishment. Proponents believe that certain crimes simply  deserve the harshest punishment, regardless of its potential for  deterrence.

Prepare a PowerPoint presentation of 8-10 slides that addresses the  following points about capital punishment. Your slides should be clear  and concise, with supporting elaboration in the “notes” area.

• What does it typically cost to execute someone? Why does it take so long and cost so much?
• Based on recent statistical data and findings, how often are  innocent people given the death sentence and/or executed? How is it  determined that a condemned convict was actually innocent?
• Should everyone be a candidate for capital punishment or should some  people be exempt based on their position in society? Are there any  other factors that should be considered in exempting people from or  applying the death penalty?

Analyze recent Supreme Court cases regarding capital punishment (from  2000 to present) and offer a reasoned prediction regarding the future  use of capital punishment in the United States.

Make certain that you support your analysis with proper reasoning.