Convict at All Costs

Ra’ v. Wade… and the Way to Impossible

De: Che’ Harris

Narrado por: Che' Harris

Reason: "You talk about the mindset of winning convictions at all costs. The legendary law-and-order Dallas prosecutor Henry Wade, who held the job you now hold for many, many years, embodied that philosophy. He's known to have actually boasted about convicting innocent people—that convincing a jury to put an innocent man in jail proved his prowess as a prosecutor."

Craig Watkins: "Oh yeah, it was a badge of honor at the time to knowingly convict someone that wasn't guilty. It's widely known among defense attorneys and prosecutors...."

Being born in poverty with all odds against him—poor, Black, and male—made Che' fair game to the savagery of what was deemed the worst ghetto in America: 1970s The Bronx, NY, home to the infamously corrupt Fort Apache police department and the hunting grounds for one of the most notorious serial killers in American history, the .44 Caliber Killer—Son of Sam.

But if surviving that concrete jungle as a child is not inspiring enough, consider his fight against being branded as an "offender" of the worst of all crimes, stripped of all credibility, flogged, fired, and humiliated by being listed on the most villainous of public registries, congruent with being dragged through the one of the most scandalous criminal justice systems in America!

Fathered by the notorious Dallas DA Henry Wade, the man who won a death sentence against Jack Ruby for the murder of Lee Harvey Oswald, who asked the Supreme Court to vanquish a woman's right to abortion, and who for 36 years presided over Dallas' judicial system (which featured a mind-staggering 96 percent conviction rate under his personally authored mantra of "convict at all costs"). As you witness Che's calculated execution in his fight to restore the honor of his family name, your compulsion to stand and applaud is equally justified.

This is the incredible true story of Che' "Ra'Koo" Harris, and his story is enough to bring the inspiration of life to the most hardened of hearts.

©2023 Che' Harris (P)2023 Che' Harris

Captivating

The story is truly captivating. Hearing the authors' voice as he is telling his story adds a certain level of gravity to an already heavy subject matter. It's hard not to get hooked once the story gets started. It's an inspiring tale of what can happen when you don't give up in the face of adversity, even when it feels like all odds are stacked against you!

Amazing story!

This is a great listen and a great story about perseverance. The audio version is my favorite because you can hear the emotions and struggle in Che's voice. I'd highly recommend this book!

Very informing

This story is eye opening and informative. This story shows you that the truth can always be found but sometimes it's harder to get others to understand. One must remain focused and no matter how hard things may get you must always remain vigilant and keep fighting. I salute you for having the courage to share your story and allow your vulnerability to be a strength.

beacon of light

Che left it all in this book just like he did in football awesome

Outstanding Story of Perseverance

This is a story of overcoming obstacles, being resilient and showing that anything is truly possible. It is even more profound when read by Mr. Harris. A must read!

Amazing Story

This life story was told very well, kept me listening/engaged & overall inspiring, through the ups and downs. 100% recommend.

Captivating story with great narration!

What an amazing story of perseverance. Mr. Harris tells his own story depicting aspects of society, culture, and legal issues; most of which are corrupt. This is a story of a good man that was dealt a crappy deck of cards. Excellent narration and a truly captivating story. Well done!