?I have always found that mercy bears richer fruits than strict justice.? Abraham Lincoln said this in 1865, but his words should not be overlooked when considering how people are punished in today?s unforgiving United States. When it comes to the punishment of criminal offenders, the public is becoming less tolerant. As always, the more serious the crime the more dire the punishment. On the same note, it seems like the judicial system has begun …showed first 75 words of 1293 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1293 total…Those in prison for non-violent crimes should be given the choice to get some form of education in order to be able to ease back into society. Criminals in prison for violent acts should remain in prison until a suitable person, such as a psychologist, can try to help them become able to function alongside others. Helping people instead of punishing them is true justice, and it will make our society strong and less self-destructive.