Ingersoll on Crimes and Criminals Reform
The essay argues punishment fails to deter crime and degrades both convict and society. It notes history of torture and the death penalty, cites rising crime with increased incarceration, and urges viewing criminals as victims needing reform rather than perpetual punishment.
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