Who Has the Final Say in Criminal Cases?
Learn who has the final say in criminal cases: judges, juries, or appellate courts. Explore the roles each plays in determining guilt, innocence, and upholding the law.
Who Was Joseph McCarthy?
Who was Joseph McCarthy? He was a US Senator who fueled the Second Red Scare with unsubstantiated accusations of communism against government officials and public figures. McCarthyism, his campaign of fear and suspicion, significantly impacted American politics and society.
The Tragic Story of George Stinney Jr.: A Little Black Boy Falsely Accused and Executed
14-year-old George Stinney Jr., the little black boy who got the electric chair after being falsely accused, was wrongly executed in 1944. His case, marked by racial injustice and coerced confession, remains a chilling reminder of Jim Crow’s dark legacy.