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Behind the News: Ethel Rosenberg's Execution w/ Michael Meeropol

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Unraveling Ethel Rosenberg's Legacy

This chapter explores the historical and emotional complexities surrounding Ethel Rosenberg's execution, including revelations from the Venona materials that question her guilt. The narrative sheds light on the influences of key figures like Klaus Fuchs and Roy Cohn, as well as the biases within the judicial system that shaped the case against her. It also reflects on the personal experiences of the Rosenberg children, their quest for justice, and the need for acknowledgment of past injustices.

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