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White Terrorism Often Leads to Harsher Punishment for People of Color

Amid calls for tougher laws after the Capitol assault, research shows that measures addressing White violence usually fall harder on Black people.

Analysis • 01.14.2021

His Appeal in Louisiana Was a Sham Proceeding. But the High Court Won’t Review the Case.

Louisiana automatically rejected appeals from prisoners who represented themselves. One prisoner hoped the Supreme Court would consider his conviction in the light of that scandal.

Case in Point • 12.11.2019

How Do You Prove You’re Innocent If You’re On Death Row?

Rodney Reed faces execution in Texas despite mounting evidence of innocence and bipartisan support.

News • 11.13.2019

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