The Rev. William Barnwell, Author at The Lens

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Author Archives: The Rev. William Barnwell

As activists are arrested in Baton Rouge, in-depth coverage shows Louisiana’s ‘Death Alley’ to the world

David v. Goliath: The October March to save lives in Louisiana’s ‘Death Alley’

The Big March to Save Lives in Death Alley

It’s time to abolish money bail and conviction fees in New Orleans courts

Death penalty repeal gaining momentum — but needs your support

How to fight the polarization that’s poisoning our politics and our city: listen to each other’s stories

Coming Together after Pittsburgh: Our faiths have watered the same ‘Tree of Life’

Searching for social and political healing at a time of deep national shame

Remembering Felicia Kahn: A relentless fighter who made a difference

College Track makes sure high school grads are actually ready for higher ed