Time for me to give my opinion on the pending Bali Nine executions.
First, let me just say that I am not entirely FOR the death penalty in any circumstance. However, that is mostly because I lead a relatively cushy life here in Australia.
As Australians, we are so used to our own problems and the ways they are dealt with, that we don't realise how bad it is in other countries. Sure, we see the news and read articles online, but how much do you really know about life in Indonesia?!
The drug problem over there is horrendous. I have no doubt that there are corrupt people over there who want death penalty dished out for purely sadistic purposes, but a lot of people see it as a last ditch attempt to try and save their kids. Their families. Their country.
The drug problem over there is horrendous. I have no doubt that there are corrupt people over there who want death penalty dished out for purely sadistic purposes, but a lot of people see it as a last ditch attempt to try and save their kids. Their families. Their country.
Nobody should die, I get it. But these guys knew EXACTLY what they were doing when they plotted to smuggle 8kg of heroine from Indonesia to Australia. You cannot spontaneously decide to smuggle such a massive amount of drugs without knowing the risks. No way. And the lives that would have been ruined, had that heroine made it into Australia.... Would you wish bad things upon smugglers if the drugs had made it into the country, only to be cut with something dirty that resulted in the death of someone you love?? Because that is a very real risk when dealing with drugs.
I believe the Bali Nine knew the risks and consequences of their actions, and it is for this reason that I'm not against the death penalty. I'm not entirely for it either, but definitely not against it.
....oh yay, a mini essay. Who needs to study!? :)
Peace out.
- L. x
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