Christa Pike, 50, survived two lethal injections on September 30, a first in U.S. history, experts said.
The failure has reignited debate over capital punishment’s safety and morality.
BBC reporters surveyed Americans and international tourists in Washington, D.C., uncovering a mix of opinions on the practice.
Supporters argue it delivers justice and deters crime, while critics raise moral concerns, the risk of wrongful convictions, and high costs.
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