Sorry OF, I have to disagree.

The simple fact that convicted child molesters/killers are treated as scum by the rest of the prison population, all convicted criminals themselves, shows how truly disturbing their crimes are.

Yes, I agree that it would be cheaper to execute them, and it would be kind, but I ask you, how "kind" were THEY themselves to the children who were their victims?

A LONG, violent, outcast, life in prison is exactly what they deserve for their actions, if guards and prison officials turn a blind eye towards their safety....so be it.