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Punishment lacks legitimacy
punishment lacks legitimacy has been examined across 1 published debate. 1 question about it remains open.
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- 22 Jul 2026Challenged in debate · The Legitimacy of Punishment and the Absurdity of Justice
- 22 Jul 2026Entered conflict with divine imperative of justice · The Legitimacy of Punishment and the Absurdity of Justice
- 22 Jul 2026Entered conflict with community-driven justice · The Legitimacy of Punishment and the Absurdity of Justice
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