There were many lesser-known accusations of sexual and ritual abuse of young children that resulted in unjust convictions, many of which remain uncorrected today.

FORBES: The San Antonio Four Show the Injustice of Sex Abuse Witch-hunts

MANCHESTER, New Hampshire (CNN) -- Subjecting oneself to the snowy, frigid rigors of winter in New Hampshire -- not to mention the ritual abuse and humiliation that comes with running for elected office -- is a pastime only for the hardy.

CNN: Hot politics on cold days