Virginia NAACP Applauds President Biden’s Decision to Grant Clemency to the Waverly Two

The NAACP Virginia State Conference (Virginia NAACP) applauds President Biden’s decision to grant clemency to Ferrone Claiborne and Terrence Jerome Richardson, known as the Waverly Two. The Waverly Two were unjustly sentenced to life in prison without sufficient evidence. This long-awaited action brings a measure of justice to those who have suffered for far too long.

Virginia NAACP President Rev. Cozy Bailey shared the following statement:

“The clemency decision is a vital step toward correcting a grave injustice. The Waverly Two are not just a statistic; they are individuals whose lives were shattered by a flawed legal system. We commend President Biden for taking this courageous step, but we must also condemn Governor Youngkin and Attorney General Jason Miyares for their politicization of this matter. Instead of focusing on justice and truth, they have chosen to manipulate facts for their political agenda.”

The Virginia NAACP emphasizes the importance of accountability and the need for systemic change to prevent such injustices from occurring in the future.