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Picking Cotton

Our Memoir of Injustice and Redemption
Book • 2009
Jennifer Thompson-Cannino was raped at knifepoint and mistakenly identified Ronald Cotton as her attacker, leading to his wrongful conviction.

After DNA proved his innocence, they forged an unlikely friendship, exploring themes of justice, memory, and forgiveness.

Their memoir, 'Picking Cotton', offers a powerful narrative of redemption and healing.

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Mentioned by Michael Shermer in relation to false memories and wrongful convictions.
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Mentioned by Josh Clark and Chuck Bryan as a memoir written by the victim and the wrongfully convicted man about a case of mistaken identity.
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