[rabidralph]

I imagine these guards steel themselves against what it is that might haunt them and probably get counseling if they have trouble handling it. I'm sure they have no trouble remembering what it is the scum is being executed for and that thought eases their consciences. They have nothing to be ashamed of.

[flutters]

I didn't say they should be ashamed. Even though it is their job, they would have to believe in the death penalty if they are to live with themselves at the end of the day. I don't know much about how the participants are selected, do you? I wonder if it is voluntary.