In February 1698, the small community of Leonardtown, Maryland, targeted Moll Dyer, a woman labeled as a witch, leading to her tragic demise. Her story, entwined with folklore, inspired cultural references like 'The Blair Witch Project.' Maryland delegate Heather A. Bagnall is working to exonerate Dyer and six others wrongfully tried for witchcraft in the 17th and 18th centuries. While some see this resolution as a distraction from pressing issues, Bagnall argues that it reflects ongoing struggles regarding personal rights, especially following the Supreme Court’s reversal of Roe v. Wade.
In the 17th and 18th centuries, seven individuals were accused of witchcraft in Maryland—only one was executed, yet their reputations endured irreparable damage.
Delegate Heather A. Bagnall introduced a resolution to exonerate all those convicted of witchcraft, emphasizing its relevance to current social issues.
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