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The True Story Of Abuse And Injustice Behind 'Nickel Boys'

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The Harrowing Journey of Elwood Curtis

This chapter follows Elwood Curtis, a promising student growing up in the Jim Crow South, whose life takes a dark turn after a single mistake. It explores the overlapping themes of racial profiling, the brutal realities of the reform school system, and the pervasive trauma faced by young people of color. Through personal narratives and survivor accounts, the chapter exposes the inhumane treatment and systemic violence endured in institutions like the Dozier School.

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