What purpose might humanists see in punishment? Do humanists support the death penalty?
Interview with humanist probation officer and pastoral carer Amy Waldon
Animation: Lex talionis and retribution: Stephen Fry provides a humanist perspective on the potentially negative consequences of retribution
Humanist Heritage article on the history of humanist pastoral care
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