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75% of Exonerated Women Were Convicted of Crimes That Didn't Even Happen (!)

Opening Arguments

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The Injustice of Wrongful Convictions

This chapter tells the tragic story of Christine Bunch, a mother wrongfully convicted for the death of her son in a house fire, shedding light on systemic failures in the justice system. It also explores cases of women, like Brenda Andrew, who were unjustly sentenced based on character assessments rather than evidence. The chapter emphasizes the need for accountability in law enforcement and the importance of addressing biases that lead to wrongful accusations.

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