The abortion debate intensifies across various states as candidates position themselves ahead of elections. In West Virginia, gubernatorial candidates Patrick Morrisey and Steve Williams stand in stark contrast, with Morrisey supporting a comprehensive abortion ban and Williams advocating for a ballot initiative to allow voters to decide on abortion rights. Arkansas faces scrutiny for its severe maternal mortality rates and the rejection of a proposed abortion amendment, largely attributed to coordinated efforts among conservative forces to prevent it from reaching voters. In Missouri, patients experience barriers to accessing necessary medications post-miscarriage due to the state's abortion restrictions. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is actively working against a citizen-led abortion amendment, employing aggressive tactics to undermine democracy and voter initiatives. Lastly, Arkansas resident Theresa Lee's heart-wrenching experience highlights the brutal consequences of restrictive abortion laws, as she was forced to endure a non-viable pregnancy due to legal constraints.