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April 1, 2021 at 10:20 PM

BREAKING: Virginia just ended secrecy around criminal investigative records

BREAKING: Virginia just ended secrecy around criminal investigative records Historically, many of these files have been withheld because law enforcement had full power to decide whether or not to share them.   View in browser …

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March 31, 2021 at 4:27 PM

This past month

This past month What’s going on at the Innocence Project this month. View in browser Kristine Bunch was wrongfully convicted in 1996 and spent 17 years in prison before being exonerated with the help of the Center on Wrong…

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March 26, 2021 at 10:47 PM

Rosa’s story

Rosa’s story She spent 17 years behind bars for something she didn’t do.   View in browser John — As Women’s History Month comes to an end it’s important to recognize that, from media attention to medical care to navigating…

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March 22, 2021 at 8:42 PM

“Writing helped me to escape the reality I was stuck in”

“Writing helped me to escape the reality I was stuck in” Take a moment today to read the poetry of four wrongly convicted people.   View in browser John — Reading and writing have been powerful outlets for so many wrongly i…

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March 19, 2021 at 8:44 PM

Alabama may execute an innocent person

Alabama may execute an innocent person Please, take a moment today to read Bill Baxley’s op-ed.   View in browser John — Shortly after midnight on July 19, 1995, an Alabama sheriff’s deputy was shot in the head and killed i…

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March 18, 2021 at 3:26 PM

Last chance to RSVP

Last chance to RSVP There’s still time to RSVP for our live discussion today   View in browser Virtual Event ———— Advocating for Youth: A Conversation with Ibi Zoboi & Yusef Salaam  Thursday, March 18…

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March 16, 2021 at 9:38 PM

Can you help our exonerees?

Can you help our exonerees? It’s important to recognize those most vulnerable during this pandemic.   View in browser John — Over the weekend, we hit one year since the COVID-19 lockdown started in most states. It’s been an…

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March 11, 2021 at 9:58 PM

You don’t want to miss this

You don’t want to miss this RSVP right now to join us live on Thursday, March 18.   View in browser John — Reading and writing have been powerful tools for many people who were wrongly convicted; Yusef Salaam, an Innocence …

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February 26, 2021 at 8:16 PM

Thurgood Marshall

Thurgood Marshall Many of the cases we work on here at the Innocence Project echo the issues litigated by Justice Marshall almost a century ago.   View in browser John — This Black History Month, I’ve been reflecting on the…

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February 24, 2021 at 12:43 AM

The tragic killings of Ahmaud Arbery and Trayvon Martin

The tragic killings of Ahmaud Arbery and Trayvon Martin Racial discrimination continues to pervade every level of the criminal legal and law enforcement system today.   View in browser John — Today marks one year since Ahma…

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February 21, 2021 at 7:29 PM

Malcolm X and John Lewis

Malcolm X and John Lewis The fight for racial justice throughout this country continues today.   View in browser John — Fifty-six years ago today, the racial justice activist and icon Malcolm X was shot and killed while add…

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February 19, 2021 at 9:57 PM

Albert Woodfox spent nearly 45 years in solitary confinement

Albert Woodfox spent nearly 45 years in solitary confinement Despite nearly 45 years in solitary confinement, Albert said prison could not cage his mind and spirit.   View in browser John — As told so eloquently in his 2019…

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February 14, 2021 at 3:01 PM

What Rosa Jimenez has been up to since her release

What Rosa Jimenez has been up to since her release Rosa is now focused on rebuilding her life and relationships with her children.   View in browser John — At the end of last month, Rosa Jimenez was finally released after a…

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February 12, 2021 at 9:33 PM

The facts you need to know about racial discrimination in our criminal legal system

The facts you need to know about racial discrimination in our criminal legal system It’s important to acknowledge that while progress has been made, there is still significant racial discrimination in our criminal legal system.   View in browser …

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February 12, 2021 at 1:34 AM

Science helped me realize my passion for justice reform

Science helped me realize my passion for justice reform In solidarity with all women working in STEM fields, the Innocence Project wanted to share some of our stories.   View in browser John — Today, we celebrate Internatio…

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February 10, 2021 at 7:04 PM

What can bite marks tell us? Join our Instagram Live Q&A to learn about forensic science

What can bite marks tell us? Join our Instagram Live Q&A to learn about forensic science Ask our forensic science expert anything tomorrow at our Instagram Live Q&A.   View in browser John — Ever wondered how a real…

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February 8, 2021 at 8:10 PM

Robert DuBoise is fighting to be fairly compensated by the state of Florida

Robert DuBoise is fighting to be fairly compensated by the state of Florida We’re grateful to the victorious Tampa Bay Bucs for uplifting the story of Innocence Project client and Florida native Robert DuBoise this season.   View in browser …

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February 3, 2021 at 6:00 PM

TUNE IN: Sedley Alley hearing today

TUNE IN: Sedley Alley hearing today Please watch Sedley’s hearing along with us today at 1 p.m. CST   View in browser John — In 2006, despite tell-tale signs of a wrongful conviction, the State of Tennessee executed Innocen…

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February 3, 2021 at 2:54 AM

A lot happened in January

A lot happened in January Here’s what you missed from the Innocence Project this month. View in browser Rosa Jimenez and her attorney Vanessa Potkin following her release on Jan. 27, 2021 (Image: Robin Jerstad for the AP/I…

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February 2, 2021 at 1:12 AM

Rosa Jimenez is released after almost 18 years of wrongful incarceration

Rosa Jimenez is released after almost 18 years of wrongful incarceration Rosa has been released from prison, but her fight for freedom isn’t over.   View in browser John — In 2005, Rosa Jimenez was sentenced to 99 years in …

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January 30, 2021 at 1:29 AM

Florida’s exoneree compensation law

Florida’s exoneree compensation law Florida’s compensation law is the only one in the country that bars exonerees with unrelated convictions.   View in browser John — Last year, Robert DuBoise was exonerated after spending …

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January 23, 2021 at 12:59 AM

In honor of Dion Harrell

In honor of Dion Harrell We are deeply saddened to share with you that our client Dion Harrell passed away unexpectedly last week.   View in browser John — We are deeply saddened to share that our client Dion Harrell passed…

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January 18, 2021 at 6:18 PM

The legacy of Dr. King: On racial bias and wrongful convictions

The legacy of Dr. King: On racial bias and wrongful convictions Honoring Dr. King requires reckoning with the ways racial bias leads to wrongful conviction.   View in browser John — This year, we mark Martin Luther King, Jr…

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January 16, 2021 at 5:26 PM

Dr. King’s words gave me strength while I was wrongfully incarcerated

Dr. King’s words gave me strength while I was wrongfully incarcerated The civil rights icon continues to inspire me as a free person, and his words are still incredibly relevant.   View in browser John — In 1991, I was wron…

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January 12, 2021 at 10:00 PM

BREAKING: Eddie Lee Howard is exonerated after 26 years on death row for a crime he didn’t commit

BREAKING: Eddie Lee Howard is exonerated after 26 years on death row for a crime he didn’t commit Eddie Lee Howard’s case is a stark example of how racial bias and invalid forensic evidence like bite marks can lead to wrongful conviction.   View in browser …

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January 7, 2021 at 3:17 PM

Attack on Democracy

Attack on Democracy It is an understatement to say our country is deeply divided.   View in browser My Friends, On the same day Georgia elected Reverend Raphael Warnock and Jon Ossoff — the state’s first African American and first Jewish …

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January 6, 2021 at 12:27 AM

31 years later, why is deception still legal in New York?

31 years later, why is deception still legal in New York? It’s crucial that New York lawmakers pass these measures to prevent future wrongful convictions.   View in browser John — In 1989, five Black and brown teenage boys,…

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January 1, 2021 at 12:01 AM

We’ve seen a record-breaking number of people join this community

We’ve seen a record-breaking number of people join this community As we close out 2020, we just wanted to say thank you to everyone who’s shown the Innocence Project support this year.   View in browser John — As we close o…

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December 30, 2020 at 11:00 PM

We’re so proud of this community

We’re so proud of this community We need you by our side in 2021.   View in browser John — When we started the Innocence Project in 1992, we wanted to use the potential of DNA technology to achieve justice for the wrongfull…

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December 30, 2020 at 4:02 PM

Coming up short would mean having to scale back

Coming up short would mean having to scale back Tomorrow is our big end-of-year fundraising deadline.   View in browser                   Tomorrow is our big end-of-year fundraising deadline — that means we have ab…

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December 29, 2020 at 8:02 PM

How prosecutorial misconduct sends innocent people to prison

How prosecutorial misconduct sends innocent people to prison  Help us hold prosecutors accountable for misconduct.   View in browser John — At the end of this email, I’m going to ask you to make a donation to help us keep f…

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December 28, 2020 at 11:01 PM

I spent 19 years in prison for a crime I didn’t commit

I spent 19 years in prison for a crime I didn’t commit I am home today because of the Innocence Project’s fierce and relentless commitment to justice.   View in browser John — When my Innocence Project attorney Vanessa Potk…

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December 27, 2020 at 11:15 PM

Without you, we wouldn’t be here today

Without you, we wouldn’t be here today Everyone who’s supported the Innocence Project has directly contributed to our freedom.   View in browser John — As members of the Innocence Project’s Exoneree Advisory Council, we kno…

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December 24, 2020 at 4:02 PM

We’re so grateful for this community

We’re so grateful for this community Happy holidays!   View in browser Because of your support,  11 clients  have been exonerated or freed in 2020. We’re so grat…

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December 22, 2020 at 7:04 PM

Police misconduct found in more than a third of exoneration cases since 1989

Police misconduct found in more than a third of exoneration cases since 1989 Next year, we’re planning to push forward policies that address police accountability and transparency.   View in browser John — This year, protes…

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December 20, 2020 at 6:05 PM

Some great gifts for the book lovers in your life

Some great gifts for the book lovers in your life The holidays are here, and we know some of you may be doing some last-minute shopping for loved ones.   View in browser John — The holidays are here, and we know some of you…

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December 19, 2020 at 6:36 PM

We must push leaders at every level to make meaningful policy reform

We must push leaders at every level to make meaningful policy reform When officials are rarely held accountable for their actions, how can we expect the system to change?   View in browser John — As someone who has experien…

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December 19, 2020 at 12:50 AM

BREAKING: Termaine Hicks was exonerated after 19 years of wrongful incarceration

BREAKING: Termaine Hicks was exonerated after 19 years of wrongful incarceration This is a story that everyone needs to know.   View in browser John — This week, after serving 19 years in prison for a crime he didn’t commit…

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December 16, 2020 at 10:05 PM

In my first 90 days

In my first 90 days I’m honored to help lead the Innocence Project into 2021.   View in browser John — In my first ninety days as Executive Director of the Innocence Project, I had the privilege of seeing our incredible tea…

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December 16, 2020 at 7:38 PM

We have a system that is plagued with racial discrimination and bias from arrest to bail to sentencing

We have a system that is plagued with racial discrimination and bias from arrest to bail to sentencing The end of the year is an incredibly crucial time for us.   View in browser John — I became the Innocence Project’s new …

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December 9, 2020 at 9:26 PM

Happy holidays: Here’s 15% off of all Innocence Project merch

Happy holidays: Here’s 15% off of all Innocence Project merch Tomorrow is your last chance — place your order to get your Innocence Project merch in time for the holidays.   View in browser This holiday season, give a gift that gives back.…

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December 5, 2020 at 12:16 AM

From the bottom of our hearts: Thank you

From the bottom of our hearts: Thank you Moments like this show us why this work matters.   View in browser John — Thanksgiving may be over but we still have so much to be thankful for — and that’s because of your support. …

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December 2, 2020 at 6:55 PM

These three people spent 59 years in prison for crimes they didn’t commit

These three people spent 59 years in prison for crimes they didn’t commit We have an exciting panel discussion happening today, and I wanted to make sure you heard about it.   View in browser John — We have an exciting pane…

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December 2, 2020 at 1:02 AM

One last thing

One last thing Fighting for the innocent in our criminal legal system is an uphill battle.   View in browser John — We wanted to send you a quick thank you before Giving Tuesday wraps up tonight. This community means every…

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December 1, 2020 at 6:29 PM

Freeing our clients has become even more urgent

Freeing our clients has become even more urgent COVID-19 has dramatically changed the way we do this work.   View in browser John — Less than two weeks ago, I was thrilled to celebrate Jaythan Kendrick’s exoneration with hi…

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December 1, 2020 at 1:46 AM

I wouldn’t be here today without the Innocence Project

I wouldn’t be here today without the Innocence Project I know there are still more innocent people like me still behind bars.   View in browser John — Before Giving Tuesday tomorrow, I want to tell you why funding the Innoc…

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November 30, 2020 at 9:34 PM

Get 20% off Innocence Project Merch today only

Get 20% off Innocence Project Merch today only Celebrate the holidays in style.   View in browser It’s Cyber Monday!   And we wanted to show how thankful we are for this community ahead of the holidays. Use the code GRATITUDE to get  20% …

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November 29, 2020 at 7:43 PM

They had no physical evidence linking me to the crime, but that didn’t matter

They had no physical evidence linking me to the crime, but that didn’t matter On Giving Tuesday, I'm asking you to support the organization that fought for my freedom.   View in browser John — Before Giving Tuesday this wee…

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November 28, 2020 at 5:06 PM

It’s been amazing to witness the resiliency and hope of this staff and our clients

It’s been amazing to witness the resiliency and hope of this staff and our clients By supporting the Innocence Project on Giving Tuesday, you enable us to meet the urgency of this moment.   View in browser John — The COVID-…

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November 27, 2020 at 7:58 PM

Jaythan, Rodney, Pervis and Clemente

Jaythan, Rodney, Pervis and Clemente What’s going on at the Innocence Project this month. View in browser Jaythan Kendrick, who was freed and exonerated after 25 years, celebrates after his hearing in Queens on Nov. 19, 20…

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