"A Choice" assignment: you are a juror at the trial of Socrates. what punishment would you argue for?

A Choice Good men of Athens, as the leader of this jury I feel it is my duty to remind all of you that we are here to provide a service for our community. Any personal emotion must be suppressed in the interest of justice. Let me repeat that word: justice. The defendant has been found guilty of breaking the laws of this state. In effect he has violated certain standards of conduct that we …showed first 75 words of 1603 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1603 total…of mercy and forgiveness than on the side of cruelty and vengeance. Thank you fellow jurymen for granting me the opportunity to voice my opinions. It is now time to vote for either the fine or the death sentence. Do not take this matter lightly, for to do so would be reckless and irresponsible. A mans life is in your hands and the power to control his fate is yours; wield it thoughtfully and honorably.