I sent $15 over to Jessie via PayPal and ended up messaging back and forth with Susie, who is trying to help Jessie get on his feet. We eventually ended up speaking and I talked to Jessie yesterday. I suppose it’s no surprise, but when I asked Jessie how I could help, he responded with, “If you know anyone with a job offer in the Memphis area, let me know!”
Susie also indicates that they’re $300 short on getting the electric turned on. The State of Arkansas gave them essentially nothing – no compensation (obviously), no job training, no help in getting established.
I’m sending them $50 toward what they need, but that’s obviously “giving a fish” as opposed to Jessie “learning to fish” (e.g., getting GED and a job). Is there anyone in the Memphis area who could offer Jessie a job?
It seems that to many in the public the WM3 is “over.” As one said, “The movie ends with their release.” Maybe so, but their lives obviously don’t.
David Perry Davis, New Jersey
Note: Anyone wishing to donate to help Jessie get on his feet can send funds to:
Jessie Misskelley, Jr.
PO Box 1354
West Memphis AR 72303
