👉 The term "revindicates" in the context of history or legal proceedings generally refers to a person who has been convicted and is seeking to have their conviction overturned. This can involve various forms, such as appealing the conviction through legal means, requesting a new trial, or challenging the evidence presented at trial. In some cases, revindications are often part of a larger strategy to raise awareness about the justice system and its flaws, in order to encourage reforms or better outcomes for individuals who have