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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?
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What happened to Walter in the nursing home?
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What happened when Walter started his logging business again?
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What did Walter do instead of logging due to physical limitations?
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How was Walter's car parts business?
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What happened with legal aid to death row prisoners in 1994?
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What happened in one interview with Walter at the end of chapter 13?
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What is the main idea of chapter 14?
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What disability does Joe Sullivan have?
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What was Joe Sullivan's cage like?
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Why was Joe Sullivan arrested?
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How did Stevenson challenge Joe Sullivan's sentence?
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What was the outcome of Joe Sullivan's case?
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What flashback does Stevenson have regarding his childhood?
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What is the main idea of chapter 15?
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What is Walter diagnosed with?
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Where was Walter placed?
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Why do people not like 9/11 being called the first terrorist attack?
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What disability does Jimmy Dill have?
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What happened to Dill?
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How did the person Dill shot get killed?
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Was Dill shielded from the death penalty?
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Did Dill get executed?
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What flashback does Stevenson have after Dill's case?
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How does Stevenson feel after Dill gets executed?
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What is the main idea of chapter 16?
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What does the Supreme Court rule about children in the justice system?
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Which institutions have shaped our approach to race and justice? (Select all that apply)
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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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