Welcome to ed||ena
Documenting stories of justice and injustice.
ed||ena is a collaborative platform dedicated to preserving the narratives of incarcerated individuals, those in police custody, and victims of wrongful convictions.
We believe every story matters. By sharing these experiences, we aim to bring awareness, foster empathy, and inspire change in the pursuit of truth and accountability.
Whether you are here to share a story, learn, or support others, your presence helps us build a more just and compassionate world.
Biographies
This biography tells the story of Bob Thornton, who was wrongfully convicted and later exonerated. Her case brought attention to systemic issues in the criminal justice system.
This is a test biography about John Doe. It contains information about his life, his case, and the impact it had on the criminal justice system.
In a direct challenge to the Supreme Court’s authority, the mob left a note on Johnson’s body that read “To Justice Harlan. Come get your nigger now.” This act of defiance led to significant legal consequences. The lynching resulted in a landmark case, United States v. Shipp, which was the only criminal trial ever held by the United States Supreme Court. Sheriff Shipp and several others were tried for contempt of court. In May 1909, Shipp and five others were found guilty, with sentences ranging from 60 to 90 days in prison. Johnson’s conviction was posthumously overturned in February 2000, not 2001 as stated in the original information. Hamilton County Criminal Judge Doug Meyer overturned the conviction after hearing arguments that Johnson did not receive a fair trial due to the all-white jury and the judge’s refusal to move the trial from Chattanooga, where there was significant publicity about the case. On September 19, 2021, a memorial to Ed Johnson was dedicated near the site of the lynching, honoring his memory and the injustice he faced. This case remains a significant example of racial injustice in the American legal system and played a role in shaping the civil rights movement of the 20th century.