David Protess

Biography

David Protess was a renowned investigative journalist and professor of journalism, best known for his work in criminal justice reform and wrongful conviction cases. He founded the Northwestern University Innocence Project, helping to exonerate wrongfully convicted individuals. Through passionate teaching and activism, he influenced generations of journalists and legal advocates. Protess’s work earned numerous accolades for fighting injustice and promoting ethical journalism. His educational initiatives combined rigorous reporting with a commitment to social justice. Although he passed away in 2011, his legacy continues to inspire efforts toward legal reform and investigative journalism for truth and accountability.