Do death penalty states generally have a higher homicide rate because they have the death penalty or have the death penalty because they have high homicide rates, or are other factors responsible for a state’s decision to retain or abolish the death penalty?

Do death penalty states generally have a higher homicide rate because they have the death penalty or have the death penalty because they have high homicide rates, or are other factors responsible for a state’s decision to retain or abolish the death penalty? Make an informed argument based upon information you have read. You must include in-text citations and references in APA format.