Albert Woodfox of the Angola 3 Now Free

Albert Woodfox, a member of the Angola 3, has just been freed from prison. You may not be familiar with this case from Louisiana but three African-American men who organized the Black Panthers in prison were convicted of the 1972 murder of a prison guard with very suspect evidence.  They were kept in solitary confinement for 33 years.  33 YEARS!  

Here is an NPR story [1] from earlier this year about the case and today's piece from the New Orleans Times-Picayune [2]. 

Much has emerged over the years that called into question the evidence used in this trial. Unfortunately it has taken a very long time for Mr. Woodfox to receive justice.  I have long fought for the truth to come out about this man's struggle and I am pleased to know he is finally free.