Summary:
The book chronicles the experiences of a young defense attorney working to defend those most desperate and in need, focusing on the case of Walter McMillian, a black man wrongfully convicted of murder and sentenced to death in Alabama. It exposes the systemic injustices within the American legal system, particularly around issues of race and poverty, and advocates for compassion in the pursuit of true justice.
Key points:
1. Legal System Injustice: The book exposes systemic unfairness in the US legal system, especially towards the poor and minorities, through examples of wrongful convictions and harsh sentences.
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