Friday, March 6, 2015

3/6/15 Supermax Federal Prison Questions

1. Describe some of the conditions at ADX Prison.  What do you think of the conditions?

2. The 8th Amendment says we have a freedom from cruel and unusual punishment.  Do you think the Federal Supermax prison violates the 8th Amendment?

3. The Marathon bomber will likely end up at this prison if he is convicted.  Do you think life in prison at this prison would be an appropriate punishment or do you feel he deserves the death penalty?

4. Does this video impact your thoughts on the death penalty in anyway? Do you think this is as useful a form of punishment as the death penalty?

5. How would you feel if you or a family member had to attend this prison? What would your life be like? Does it sound safe?

Here is a link to the article for more information:

60 Minutes

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