Lewis Video Lecture FULL
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CS Lewis advocates for retributive justice over the humanitarian theory, emphasizing proportional penalties for bad actions and the importance of "Just Desserts" in punishment to avoid dehumanization and loss of individual rights. He warns against the dangers of prioritizing deterrence over justice, criticizing the reliance on elite experts and moral busybodies in shaping societal norms.
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- CS Lewis favored retributive justice over the humanitarian theory, emphasizing proportional penalties for crimes as a way to ensure justice while respecting the rights of individuals.
- He cautioned against the potential dangers of humanitarian approaches that prioritize societal control over individual rights, warning against the risks of turning punishment into a tool for social engineering and the punishment of innocent individuals for the sake of deterrence.
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What did CS Lewis advocate for in the criminal justice system?
Retributive justice with proportional penalties for bad actions.
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