A coalition led by the ACLU has filed a motion in Kansas to abolish the death penalty, arguing it is unconstitutional, racially biased, and ineffective in deterring crime. The motion cites a previous Kansas Supreme Court ruling on bodily autonomy and claims the death penalty violates rights against cruel and unusual punishment. Richard Glossip, on Oklahoma's death row for over 25 years, maintains his innocence and argues his trials were marred by significant legal errors, with the state acknowledging procedural flaws yet still pursuing his execution. Recent executions in southern states have drawn criticism for racial and class injustices, highlighting systemic issues in the U.S. justice system. The case of Marcellus Williams, executed in Missouri despite evidence of his potential innocence, underscores concerns about wrongful executions and the moral implications of capital punishment. Advocacy against the death penalty is gaining momentum as calls for reform grow louder amidst these troubling cases.