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What is the main idea of chapter 13?

Walter's recovery after being freed from death row.

What did the press want to do with Walter and Stevenson?

Walter and Stevenson give many interviews about the case, a lot of press coverage showing how unjust the sentence and basis for the ruling was.

What happened to Sheriff Tate after Walter was proven innocent?

After Walter was proven innocent, Sheriff Tate was reelected as Sheriff of Monroe County.

Where did Walter move for a couple of months?

<p>Walter moved in with his sister in Florida for a couple of months.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Walter in the nursing home?

<p>He believed he was back on death row.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happened when Walter started his logging business again?

<p>He got hit in the head by a branch and broke his neck.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Walter do instead of logging due to physical limitations?

<p>He started a new business collecting car parts for resale.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How was Walter's car parts business?

<p>It wasn't going great; he made less than he spent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happened with legal aid to death row prisoners in 1994?

<p>A conservative majority took power in Congress, cutting funding for legal aid to death row prisoners.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happened in one interview with Walter at the end of chapter 13?

<p>Walter got extremely emotional and broke down while talking about death row.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main idea of chapter 14?

<p>Joe Sullivan's story.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What disability does Joe Sullivan have?

<p>He uses a wheelchair.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Joe Sullivan's cage like?

<p>Joe Sullivan was kept in a cage so small the guards couldn't get his wheelchair out.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why was Joe Sullivan arrested?

<p>Joe Sullivan was arrested as a 13-year-old for burgling an old woman who was raped.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Joe Sullivan's sentence?

<p>He was convicted as an adult and sentenced to life without parole.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Stevenson challenge Joe Sullivan's sentence?

<p>He decided to challenge his sentence as being unconstitutionally cruel and unusual punishment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of Joe Sullivan's case?

<p>The Supreme Court banned the death penalty for juveniles under the 8th amendment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What flashback does Stevenson have regarding his childhood?

<p>He recalls his mom telling him about his grandfather being murdered by teens attempting to rob him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main idea of chapter 15?

<p>Walter is deteriorating with dementia, Jimmy Dill's story is introduced.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Walter diagnosed with?

<p>Dementia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where was Walter placed?

<p>He was placed into a facility that would provide care for him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do people not like 9/11 being called the first terrorist attack?

<p>Stevenson believes there was racial terrorism in the US far before 9/11.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What disability does Jimmy Dill have?

<p>He has a speech impediment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Dill?

<p>He was involved in a drug deal gone wrong and shot someone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the person Dill shot get killed?

<p>The victim died later due to neglect after his wife abandoned him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Was Dill shielded from the death penalty?

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Did Dill get executed?

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

What flashback does Stevenson have after Dill's case?

<p>He remembers a child with a speech impediment he was mean to and learned to apologize.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Stevenson feel after Dill gets executed?

<p>Stevenson wanted to give up but remembered his purpose and continued.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main idea of chapter 16?

<p>Racial injustice, child offenders, and 'Stonecatchers'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Supreme Court rule about children in the justice system?

<p>Life without parole for children charged with a non-homicide offense is unconstitutional.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which institutions have shaped our approach to race and justice? (Select all that apply)

<p>Jim Crow Laws</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is convict leasing?

<p>Convicts could be leased to businesses for free labor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a Stonecatcher?

<p>Someone who defends someone else who may or may not be guilty.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the old lady give Stevenson?

<p>She gives Stevenson a peppermint candy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the background of the old lady who spoke to Stevenson?

<p>Her grandson was murdered as a teenager, causing her feelings of guilt.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Chapter 13: Walter's Story

  • Walter's recovery post-release from death row signifies resilience despite trauma.
  • Intense media coverage highlighted the injustices of Walter's sentencing, provoking public discourse.
  • Sheriff Tate's reelection drew attention as it underscored systemic issues in local law enforcement.
  • Walter relocated to Florida to stay with his sister for support during his transition.
  • He experienced delusions of being on death row again while in a nursing home.
  • Walter faced a tragic accident while reinstating his logging business, resulting in a severe neck injury.
  • Unable to continue logging, Walter pivoted to a car parts resale business, though it struggled financially.
  • A significant funding cut for legal aid in 1994 impeded efforts for death row prisoners, complicating EJI's work.
  • During an interview, Walter broke down emotionally as he recounted the impact of his wrongful conviction.

Chapter 14: Joe Sullivan's Case

  • The narrative focuses on Joe Sullivan, a juvenile with disabilities, illustrating systemic failures.
  • Joe, confined to a wheelchair, was subjected to inhumane conditions in detention.
  • Arrested at 13 for a burglary where a rape occurred, Joe faced dire consequences for his actions.
  • Convicted as an adult, he received a life sentence without parole despite minimal involvement in the crime.
  • Stevenson challenged Joe's sentence, arguing it constituted cruel and unusual punishment.
  • Joe Sullivan's case contributed to a landmark Supreme Court ruling against the death penalty for juveniles.

Chapter 15: Walter and Jimmy Dill

  • Walter's condition deteriorated as he developed dementia, emphasizing the impact of his past.
  • He was placed in a facility for the elderly, reflecting the need for appropriate care.
  • Stevenson critiqued the narrative surrounding terrorism in America post-9/11, emphasizing historical racial violence.
  • Jimmy Dill, also impacted by a disability, faced severe legal repercussions stemming from a drug-related incident.
  • A wrongful murder charge against Dill arose after the victim died from neglect, not the initial injury.
  • Dill's intellectual disability was inadequately considered in his trial, leading to an unjust execution.
  • Stevenson recalls a poignant memory involving a child with a speech impediment, reinforcing the theme of compassion.

Chapter 16: Racial Injustice and Reform

  • Racial injustice and the treatment of child offenders remain central themes, with implications of systemic bias.
  • The Supreme Court ruled that life without parole for non-homicide offenses committed by children is unconstitutional.
  • Analyzes historical institutions that contributed to contemporary racial issues: slavery, Jim Crow, and mass incarceration.
  • Convict leasing practices exemplified exploitation, allowing businesses to utilize free labor from incarcerated individuals.
  • "Stonecatchers" are portrayed as defenders seeking justice for the vulnerable, representing Stevenson’s role and advocacy.
  • An encounter with an elderly woman underscores the complexities of grief and justice, as she reflects on her grandson's murder and the affected lives of the defendants.

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