For Ricky Jackson, a Just Verdict—But 39 Years Too Late

Ricky Jackson is the longest-serving person in U.S. history to be freed. It’s an all-too-typical story, with an all-too-rare happy ending.

Cliff Schecter

Published Nov. 26 2014 2:00PM EST 

Cliff Schecter

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