Numerous studies by a variety of social scientists have clearly shown that the death penalty does deter violent crime in the United States.

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Numerous studies have shown that the death penalty does not have a significant deterrent effect on violent crime in the United States. Some studies have even shown that states without the death penalty have lower murder rates than states with the death penalty.

Numerous Studies by a Variety of Social Scientists Have Clearly