Jena Six saga stirs town debates on racism and reality
In Jena Louisiana a decades old town divides over the Jena Six case challenging a simple view of bigotry. Residents recount different memories of the shade tree white tree nooses school arson and courtroom outcomes. They urge dialogue over sensational headlines while noting enduring economic and social divides.
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The Jena case traces back to 2006 when a black student asked about sitting under a white tree. It follows suspensions, arrests, murder attempt charges, trials, and convictions of Mychal Bell, with appeals and calls from Rev. Sharpton and MLK III. Community voices split on motive and response.
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