A seven year old does not understand the finality of death, esp. when caused by their actions. If a man has the mental ability of a seven year old, this can be even more so because of his size and physical strength.

RichM, spot on!

The answers do not lie in killing each other. BUT, in a feudal society, which we still live in, it has always been the privilege of the "king" to do as he will with his subjects, including leading and gaining the cooperation of the majority through fear, intimidation, and disinformation much as Bush is doing right now.