According to milgram, the most fundamental lesson to be learned from his study of obedience is that people are naturally predisposed to be hostile and aggressive. even ordinary people, who are not usually hostile, can become agents of destruction. the desire to be accepted by others is one of the strongest human motives. people value their personal freedom and react negatively when they feel they are being coerced to do something.

Jesse james, a 20-year old, was arrested for killing a police officer. as a newly elected prosecutor, you are responsible for prosecuting mr. james. you announce your decision not to seek the death penalty in this case, but under your state’s law, the offense charged is considered special circumstances, which would qualify as a death penalty case. your decision does not sit well with the law enforcement community. what are the potential hearings that might be involved in this case? be sure to describe them from the time of arrest through appeal.