It was not well expressed, but it is a valid sentiment. I don't think rayiner's point was as you say, that "tough on crime" is rewarded at the ballot box, but t

It was not well expressed, but it is a valid sentiment. I don't think rayiner's point was as you say, that "tough on crime" is rewarded at the ballot box, but that he thought the approach taken was justified. Many would argue that cruel and inhumane treatment is never justified, and as a long term solution is never effective (as it entrenches poverty and provides continuing motivation for crime).