No Small Endeavor with Lee C. Camp 169: Jerry Mitchell: Murder, Race, and Faith (Best of NSE)
Aug 15, 2024
Jerry Mitchell, an investigative journalist renowned for reopening closed Civil Rights-era murder cases, shares riveting stories from his career. He discusses his relentless pursuit of justice, uncovering sealed government records tied to racial murders. Mitchell recounts chilling encounters with Klansmen and highlights the tragic tale of civil rights advocate Vernon Dahmer. His transition from journalism to leading a nonprofit focused on prison reform also sheds light on systemic injustices and the power of storytelling in sparking social change.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Unraveling Racial Injustices
01:36 • 11min
Confronting Racism and Justice
12:32 • 7min
Voter Suppression and Courage in Mississippi
19:31 • 13min
Exploring Justice and Investigative Reporting in Mississippi's Prisons
32:39 • 4min
Unpacking Mass Incarceration and Its Historical Roots
36:27 • 11min
Exploring Justice for Civil Rights Murders
47:34 • 2min