Many followers of the highly publicized Adnan Syed case were delighted to see an innocent man set free after over two decades behind bars. But the case also highlighted some troubling aspects of American justice, or in Syed’s case, injustice. This week on Sea Change Radio, we speak to Daniel Medwed, a law professor at Northeastern University and an innocence advocate. His new book, Barred: Why the Innocent Can’t Get Out of Prison, takes an in-depth look at how difficult it is for wrongful convictions to be overturned in this country. We examine the Syed case, learn about the plight of Harry Miller, and expose an ineffective system that tilts the scales against the most vulnerable.
Track: Yeah, You’re Right Artist: The Meters Album: Look-Ka Py Py Label: Josie Records Year: 1969
Track: From The Prison Artist: Richie Havens Album: Something Else Again Label: Verve Year: 1968
Track: I Fought The Law Artist: Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band Album: London 6-5-81 Label: N/A Year: N/A