I understand the perspective of the court re: putting more weight on the first analysis instead of opening the system up to endless appeals. But you're so right that science (and opinions that flow from it) requires the latitude to self-correct. Peer review and evolution of theories over time what makes science research strong. Just like a politician whose views evolve over time with better information is better than one who digs in on a position despite its foundation being disproved, placing being right the first time over accepting that they might have been wrong.
I understand the perspective of the court re: putting more weight on the first analysis instead of opening the system up to endless appeals. But you're so right that science (and opinions that flow from it) requires the latitude to self-correct. Peer review and evolution of theories over time what makes science research strong. Just like a politician whose views evolve over time with better information is better than one who digs in on a position despite its foundation being disproved, placing being right the first time over accepting that they might have been wrong.
The death penalty is cruel and barbaric. It's also way more expensive than housing someone for life.