Cruel and unusual punishment is forbidden by the eighth amendment in the bill of rights. Think about the death penalty; does this fall into the category of cruel and unusual punishment? Why or why not? Do you think eliminating the death penalty would require an overhaul of the penal system? If so how?

How did kennan’s long telegram shape the united states interaction with communism throughout the world? a. the united states sought to restrict the expansion of communism and soviet influence. b. the united states conquered communism by economically oppressing third-world nations. c. the united states created the european union to maintain control of its post-wwii influence. d. the united states sought to extend its influence by militarily forcing democracy on the world.