discussion 6

Based on Chapters 7-10 of Just Mercy, write short answers to the following questions. This will help with writing a meaninfgul Essay #3.

1. How does the race of the victim factor into decisions about sentencing? (Chapter 7)
2. Stevenson and his team are able to discover a significant amount of new evidence in Chapter 7. Thinking back to Chapter 5, are you any more hopeful now for Walter’s release? Give reasons for your answer (Chapter 7)
3. What are your impressions of Mrs. Williams? (Chapter 9)
4. Of all the evidence presented in this trial, which is the most likely to sway (affect) the judge’s ruling? Which is the least likely? (Chapter 9)
5. What does Stevenson mean when he uses the phrase “mitigation” in court? (Chapter 10)