Strange we are talking about the death penalty on here, but I'll hop on the bandwagon. IMO, since the United States has established fundamental ethics surrounding the 'innocent until proven guilty' clause, our nation then values individual rights over the prospect and potential of expansive communal safety. With this in mind, if we are going to continue in the path of exoneration, then the death penalty is not applicable. I'm just trying to be logical, rather than becoming overwhelmed with morality and empathy.