For These Exonerated Men, The Fight For Compensation Is About More Than Money

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Malcolm Alexander and Frederick Clay both spent decades in prison for crimes they didn't commit. Both were eventually exonerated and released.

Clay has received compensation from the state of Massachusetts, but Alexander is still battling the state of Louisiana in court.

We hear from the two men about what it's like to fight for compensation for their wrongful convictions-- and why that fight is about more than just the money.

In participating regions, you'll also hear a local news segment to help you make sense of what's going on in your community.

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This episode was produced by Connor Donevan, Michael Levitt and Alejandra Marquez Janse. It was edited by Sarah Handel and William Troop. Our executive producer is Sami Yenigun.