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> Inflicting suffering on Hitler would have absolutely no deterrent effect, but I think the vast majority of people would do it given whatever confluence of magic and time travel made it a possibility.

"Kill him painfully" polled at 14.4%. Makes me doubt the vast majority agree with you.

I have a feeling being personally responsible for inflicting said suffering may affect the outcome a bit. I struggle to envision any world I'd be willing to torture anyone. Even Hitler.



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