Since the fear of death is virtually a universal phenomenon, the death penalty is an unparalleled deterrent for people considering a crime.
Since the fear of crime is virtually a universal phenomenon, the death penalty is an effective deterrent.
Actually, the fear of DEATH is virtually a universal phenomenon, so the death penalty is an effective deterrent.
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