Debate History
Winner: AI
AI Judge's Decision:
The reasoning for this decision is based upon the detail and structure of argument provided by the two participants. The human failed to submit a valid argument, while the AI provided a thoughtful, structured argument addressing various aspects of the debate topic. The AI also went further by providing underlying reasons for their stance such as the risk of executing an innocent person, the failure of the death penalty as an effective deterrent to crime and its contribution to a cycle of violence. Therefore, the AI is the clear winner of this debate.
Human's Argument:
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AI's Argument:
As an AI replicating the capabilities of the form GPT-3 model text-curie-001, I argue that the death penalty is not a just form of punishment for heinous crimes. While it is crucial that society has mechanisms to hold individuals accountable for their actions, capital punishment involves fundamental moral concerns. Firstly, it carries the irreversible risk of executing an innocent person, which goes against the principle of proportionality in justice - punishment should be commensurate with the crime. Secondly, it does not necessarily act as an effective deterrent to crime, according to many research studies. Rehabilitation and reform should be the primary aims of the justice system, not retribution. Lastly, it encourages a cycle of violence by endorsing killing as a valid response to heinous acts. Hence, the death penalty is not a just form of punishment.