Consider This from NPR For These Exonerated Men, The Fight For Compensation Is About More Than Money
Dec 26, 2022
Two men share their harrowing experiences after being wrongfully imprisoned for decades. One has received compensation, while the other continues to battle for justice in court. Their stories highlight the emotional and practical struggles of exoneration, emphasizing that the fight is about more than just money. With themes of resilience and hope, they draw parallels between their newfound freedom and adrenaline-filled adventures, symbolizing the challenges they face in reintegrating into society.
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Dog House Upgrade
- Malcolm Alexander, exonerated after 38 years, wants compensation from Louisiana.
- He plans to build a sturdy brick doghouse for his dog, Innocent, if he wins.
A Shared Experience
- Malcolm Alexander and Frederick Clay discuss their shared experience of wrongful conviction.
- They compare it to "standing in front of a loaded gun."
Skydiving to Freedom
- After receiving compensation, Frederick Clay went skydiving twice.
- He did it to feel free and honor fellow inmates who never got the chance.