Lindsay Clancy murder trial has divided US on whether she's victim or criminal
Some say the case shed light on the mental health struggles of mothers, while others argue it's no excuse for murder.
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Notable Quotes
"It's black and white for them, [Clancy] killed the kids and that's that."
— Maryanne Drysdale , Other
"It only takes one person to change the narrative."
— Jodi Fournier , Activist
Key People
A psychiatrist who testified during the trial regarding postpartum psychosis.
A therapist who treated Clancy and testified in court.
A supporter who spent 15 days at the courthouse to show support for Lindsay Clancy.
Lindsay Clancy is a mother charged with killing her three children, allegedly suffering from postpartum psychosis.
An attendee at the trial who shared her family's differing views on Clancy's case.
A Texas mother who followed the trial remotely and commented on Clancy's situation.
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Some say the case shed light on the mental health struggles of mothers, while others argue it's no excuse for murder.
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