The Injustice of Ed Johnson's Wrongful Conviction

This chapter examines the 1906 wrongful conviction of Ed Johnson, a young Black man accused of rape, highlighting the racial biases and inadequate legal representation he faced during his trial. It follows the efforts of two Black lawyers who fought to appeal the case and bring attention to the injustices, culminating in intervention from the Supreme Court.

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