The only two punishments in the society created by Robert Heinlein in his book, “Starship Troopers”, were flogging and hanging. Seems to jibe nicely with your comments. Also, if you didn’t serve in the military, you could never be a citizen.
Colonel, USAFR
Evil is a perversion of good. Many things that LOOK good can cause evil in the long run. Like giving Homeless people a break in San Francisco—now its overrun with pan handlers. Same with forgiveness. Should the Jews have forgiven the Nazi murderers? NO. Sometimes being harsh is the best thing for people. Tough Love is what its called. America needs to be realistic with her population and let them know that in the end—we need to find our own solutions. Katrina and New Orleans should have brought home this message.