I oppose the death penalty other than in cases of real international and domestic terrorism.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Kerry opposes the death penalty except for serious terrorism cases.
- In plain terms
- I am against the death penalty unless it involves real terrorism.
- What can you take from it?
- Extreme cases may justify exceptions to opposing the death penalty.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is the death penalty justified?
- Is there any room for exceptions?
Another view
Some argue the death penalty should never be used.
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