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> but how much physical harm did people suffer Is physical harm the only harm that matters? > Are they on the street now, begging for dinner? That's not how
by azth 5y ago
> but how much physical harm did people suffer
Is physical harm the only harm that matters?
> Are they on the street now, begging for dinner?
That's not how justice works.
- troyvit 5y agoWhy is it justice to dole out physical harm (prison) for actions that didn't cause physical harm? America has one of the highest incarceration rates in the world (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparison_of_United_States_incarceration_rate_with_other_countries https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparison_of_United_States_in...).
- azth 5y agoI'm not interested in the incarceration rates in the US (the legal and social system is so messed up it's difficult to find a starting point - Europe is not different either for the record), the discussion is about what is a valid justice course of action. Some crimes need physical intervention in order to protect society. It's just reality. For example, a thief that breaches private property needs to be punished, because not only did he steal, but he also caused a loss peace in society, which affects everyone.