Episode 11- George Stinney: A Tragic Injustice Revisited (June 16, 1944)

In this compelling episode of In Time Crime, host Robin Bagayoko takes us back to June 16th, 1944, unraveling the heart-wrenching story of George Stinney. At just 14 years old, George became the youngest person in U.S. history to be executed, wrongfully convicted for the murders of two young white girls in a deeply segregated South Carolina.

With a gripping narrative, we explore the harrowing details of George's unfair trial, the racial prejudices of the time, and the heart-breaking final moments of a boy who was too small for the electric chair. Despite the overwhelming injustice, the story doesn't end there. Seventy years later, the case is re-examined, leading to the overturning of his conviction, shedding light on the deep-seated racial injustices of the era.

Join us as we reflect on the significance of George Stinney's case in history, the fight for justice by his family and civil rights advocates, and the broader implications for the death penalty in the United States. This episode is not just a recount of a tragic past but a call to remember and learn from the injustices faced by African-Americans. Tune in for a profound and poignant journey through time.

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Music by- Jeremy Blake