As for the decision itself…for lack of a better term, I refer to myself as a “capital punishment agnostic.” Not for any lack of thought Am I still ambivalent- I'm just torn. I suppose that controversial issues stay in the public conversation because they cannot be classified in black and white terms, and it's healthy to have a little doubt no matter what side you're on. I would hope that caution is exercised before professing total, utter agreement with executing other human beings, no matter how morally repugnant their behavior. However, that behavior must be dealt with- it's just a question of method.

Nonetheless, I definitely agree with the jury's decision. His remorse, cooperation, and dysfunctional upbringing clearly gave me pause-and for the jury as well, who were provided with all of the necessary information to make that decision.

If they did and you've spared us the ridiculousness of reading that, I thank you. You're good.