Retributivism and Social Alienation

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In this paper the writer examines the subject of retributivism and social conditions. In this discussion, the writer examines writing by Jeffrie Murphy titled "Marxism and Retributivism". The writer discusses and argues theories presented by Murphy and Morris in this regard.

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"In the article "Marxism and Retributivism" Jeffrie Murphy argues that "social conditions as they obtain in most societies . . . .make retributivism largely inapplicable in those societies". This essay critically examines this argument with respect to the right to punishment as discussed by both Murphy and Morris. In the process, the writer argues that Murphy's conception of retributivism is consistent with Morris' to the degree that it can be said to be an extension of Morris' theoretical argument within the empirical context of our society as it exists."

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