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"Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson

"Just Mercy" is a memoir by Bryan Stevenson, a lawyer who founded the Equal Justice Initiative to advocate for marginalized individuals in the American criminal justice system. The book focuses on Stevenson's efforts to exonerate Walter McMillian, a black man wrongfully convicted of murder in Alabama. Through compelling storytelling, Stevenson highlights systemic injustices, racial bias, and the harsh realities of prison life, emphasizing the importance of compassion and understanding in the pursuit of justice. The book calls for reform and reflects on the broader implications of inequality and the need for mercy in society.