Write about the death penalty

Is the death penalty dying out in the US?
The death penalty has come under increasing scrutiny in the US. Is it on its way out?
BBC News
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-33006105
Kesby, R. (2015, June 8). Is the death penalty dying out in the U. S? BBC News.
Do you agree with Beccaria’s assessment of the death penalty? Explain.
What portions of his reasoning do you most agree or disagree with?
Make sure to:
Write a short essay or paragraph of at least 300 words.
Use concrete examples/details and avoid generalities.
Address all questions.
Use proper grammar and punctuation.
If you researched your topic and are using information from what you learned, remember to cite your sources.
Do not plagiarize.
You will not be able to edit your assignment once you post, so please proofread and spell check before hitting post!
As part of the assignment, you must also reply to TWO of your classmates with at least 150 words. You will have to POST FIRST to see your classmates’ postings. Make sure your replies are a thoughtful and relevant to what your classmate has posted. Try to build the discussion and keep it going.
YOU must post your word count at the end of your discussion and the word count at the end of your reply. Your references cannot be included in your word count. You just have to write about the death penalty there is no chapter