Thoughts on the death penalty?

[KillerGremlin]

Maybe the death penalty is a good idea in a world where the justice system is flawless and where every convicted criminal is guilty. I dunno. I have a few thoughts but am interested in what you all think.

Apologies if this thread has been done before.

Edit: http://www.trutv.com/library/crime/p...ast_words.html
Some of the last words are touching....some of the last words are humorous. I don't know how you could crack a joke when staring death in the face.