844: This Is the Case of Henry Dee
This American Life
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The Parole Board's Dilemma
This chapter examines the intense deliberations of a parole board as they assess the case of a 72-year-old inmate who has spent 48 years in prison for a crime he claims he did not commit. It highlights the complexities of justice, rehabilitation, and the implications of potential innocence amid a backdrop of long-standing convictions and systemic challenges.
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