One example of the unfairness in how the death penalty is applied is shown by noting that although women account for about 2% of all death sentences imposed in the United States, they represent more than 10% of persons executed.

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Women account for about 2% of all death sentences imposed in the United States, but they represent a much smaller percentage of those actually executed, not more than 10%. Historically, the number of women executed in the U.S. is significantly lower than that of men.

One Example of the Unfairness in How the Death Penalty