Which of the following is an argument of Thomas Szasz in relationship to the insanity defense?
A) It directs attention away from the social ills that may motivate crimes.
B) The insanity defense allows real criminals to fake their way into mental hospitals where they are not effectively punished for their actions.
C) All people who break criminal laws should be evaluated for the presence of mental illness.
D) The insanity defense serves to protect the lives of the mentally ill.
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