I used to be a staunch defender of capital punishment. However, my views on this have softened in the last few years. I'm beginning to lean more towards "restorative justice". Meaning a criminal needs to be punished for their actions, however they must also make restitution of some type to their victims, victim's family, and society. In terms of murder and capital felonies, I don't know what would bring restitution, but I don't think I believe in the death penalty any more.