Feature Article
Article in The New Yorker Examines the Innocence and Execution of Cameron Todd Willingham

A recent article in the September 7, 2009 edition of The New Yorker magazine entitled “Trial by Fire” and written by David Grann explores the case and innocence of Cameron Todd Willingham who was executed in Texas in 2004. Willingham was convicted of murdering his three children by arson in a highly controversial capital punishment case. David Grann investigates the evidence linking Willingham to the crime, the details surrounding the case, and Willingham’s innocence, which many believe to be true.

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News of Interest
Innocence Project Resources
Innocence Commissions


Innocence Commissions

Several states are beginning to set up innocence commissions or task forces. Click the link to see a listing of these states.

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