China executes 2 it says killed at least 43 in car rampage, stabbing
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The Spin
Pro-China narrative
Weiqiu and Jiajin's execution shows China's resolute commitment to public safety and justice, with authorities taking appropriate criminal justice measures to protect citizens and maintain social order through severe penalties for revenge on society crimes that threaten public security.
Anti-China narrative
The use of capital punishment in the PRC reflects deeper social issues — including economic pressures, unemployment, and diminishing social mobility — raising questions about the need to address root causes rather than solely focusing on punitive measures.
Metaculus Prediction
There's a 50% chance that The Economist will rank China as a democracy in the Democracy Index by January 2088, according to the Metaculus prediction community.
