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American Justice On Trial: The People v. Newton

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In 1967, Huey P. Newton was arrested on charges of murder, kidnapping, and assault for his alleged role in the shooting death of Oakland police officer John Frey. The trial that followed was a landmark event in American history, exposing the deep-seated racism and corruption within the American judicial system.

AMERICAN JUSTICE ON TRIAL: People v. Newton

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Newton, the founder and leader of the Black Panther Party, was a charismatic and controversial figure. He advocated for Black self-defense and armed resistance against police brutality, which made him a target of the FBI and other law enforcement agencies.

The charges against Newton were based on flimsy evidence, and the prosecution's case was riddled with inconsistencies and bias. The jury, which was all-white, was selected from a pool that had been purged of Black voters.

Despite the overwhelming evidence of his innocence, Newton was convicted and sentenced to death. However, on appeal, the conviction was overturned, and Newton was retried and eventually acquitted.

The trial of Huey P. Newton was a miscarriage of justice, but it also served as a wake-up call for the nation. It exposed the systemic racism and corruption that permeated the American judicial system and helped to galvanize the Black Power movement.

American Justice On Trial is a gripping account of the trial against Huey P. Newton. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, criminal justice, or the Black Panther Party.

Reviews

"A powerful and disturbing account of a miscarriage of justice. This book is a must-read for anyone concerned about the state of American justice." —Kirkus Reviews

"A well-written and meticulously researched book that sheds new light on a pivotal moment in American history." —The New York Times

"An essential read for anyone who wants to understand the history of race and justice in America." —The Washington Post