Why, according to van den Haag can death not be, in itself, a dehumanizing punishment?
A) Death is our common human fate so it cannot be argued to be "inhuman."
B) We only punish autonomous and responsible human beings with death.
C) It has been a common punishment throughout human history.
D) A punishment is only dehumanizing if inflicted on the innocent.

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Death is considered a common human fate, and thus cannot be argued to be "inhuman" as it is a natural part of human existence.

Why, According to Van Den Haag Can Death Not Be