From
http://www.themedialine.org/news/news_detail.asp?NewsID=6780
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"I sleep very well," Al-Beshi said in an interview with the Saudi daily Okaz, adding that his social life and family ties have suffered no drawbacks on account of his unusual profession. Al-Beshi is paid per killing and the government also provides him with the execution tool - the sword - worth around $5,300.
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At first thought, I am inclined to agree with you, Goodgirlinred. But then their treatment of prisoners immediately springs to mind. Perspective increases clarity.
shocking. Of course, I don't think we should use the electric chair either. Lethal injection is more humane.