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With so little time until #MarcellusWilliams is set to be executed tomorrow, Sept. 24th at 6 p.m., our best tool is our voice. We must make as much noise as possible in these final hours, as public pressure can make all the difference in the moments leading up to an execution. Please, email, tweet or call Gov. Parson (@GovParsonMO) RIGHT NOW at 417-373-3400 and URGE him to step in and prevent Marcellus’ execution.

With so little time until #MarcellusWilliams is set to be executed tomorrow, Sept. 24th at 6 p.m., our best tool is our voice. We must make as much noise as possible in these final hours, as public pressure can make all the difference in the moments leading up to an execution. Please, email, tweet or call Gov. Parson (@GovParsonMO) RIGHT NOW at 417-373-3400 and URGE him to step in and prevent Marcellus’ execution.

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“Tonight, Missouri will execute an innocent man, Marcellus “Khaliifah” Williams. More than one million concerned citizens and faith leaders implored Governor Parson to commute Marcellus’s death sentence. Missouri will kill him anyway,” said Tricia Rojo Bushnell, his lawyer.

“Tonight, Missouri will execute an innocent man, Marcellus “Khaliifah” Williams. More than one million concerned citizens and faith leaders implored Governor Parson to commute Marcellus’s death sentence. Missouri will kill him anyway,” said Tricia Rojo Bushnell, his lawyer.

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Welcoming Brian Boles to the freed and exonerated community at the 2026 Innocence Project annual gala. Brian was exonerated in July of 2025, nearly 30 years after his #wrongfulconviction.

Welcoming Brian Boles to the freed and exonerated community at the 2026 Innocence Project annual gala. Brian was exonerated in July of 2025, nearly 30 years after his #wrongfulconviction.

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BREAKING: #CarmenMejia just walked free after 22 years of wrongful conviction in Texas. While she was exonerated on Monday, she was not immediately released due to an immigration hold. ICE announced that in light of the exoneration they would lift the detainer so that she could be released from local custody. "I never lost faith and hope — I never lost it in 22 years," she said. Read more:

BREAKING: #CarmenMejia just walked free after 22 years of wrongful conviction in Texas. While she was exonerated on Monday, she was not immediately released due to an immigration hold. ICE announced that in light of the exoneration they would lift the detainer so that she could be released from local custody. "I never lost faith and hope — I never lost it in 22 years," she said. Read more:

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753,311 views • 4 months ago

📺WATCH: Tommy Lee Walker was 21, innocent, and executed anyway. 70 years after he was executed for a crime that he never committed, Mr. Walker finally received justice in Dallas last month. He was executed in the electric chair in 1956. #BlackHistoryMonth Read more:

📺WATCH: Tommy Lee Walker was 21, innocent, and executed anyway. 70 years after he was executed for a crime that he never committed, Mr. Walker finally received justice in Dallas last month. He was executed in the electric chair in 1956. #BlackHistoryMonth Read more:

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34,050 views • 5 months ago

#RobertRoberson is facing execution in TWO DAYS for a crime that medical experts agree never happened. Contact Gov. Abbott today at and urge him to stop this injustice before it’s too late. We can’t let Texas execute an innocent man.

#RobertRoberson is facing execution in TWO DAYS for a crime that medical experts agree never happened. Contact Gov. Abbott today at and urge him to stop this injustice before it’s too late. We can’t let Texas execute an innocent man.

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95,539 views • 1 year ago

“My attorneys discovered decades down the line that there was evidence that the prosecutor withheld from my trial that could have got me exonerated right there in the courtroom,” said exoneree Renay Lynch. Take action:

“My attorneys discovered decades down the line that there was evidence that the prosecutor withheld from my trial that could have got me exonerated right there in the courtroom,” said exoneree Renay Lynch. Take action:

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72,035 views • 1 year ago

WATCH: Innocence Project presents its new short film “What I Didn’t Know.” Three exonerees speak about the inner strength that carried them through years of wrongful incarceration, and how they navigate their newfound freedom. Watch the complete film:

WATCH: Innocence Project presents its new short film “What I Didn’t Know.” Three exonerees speak about the inner strength that carried them through years of wrongful incarceration, and how they navigate their newfound freedom. Watch the complete film:

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30,432 views • 6 months ago

James Giles spent 10 years in prison for a crime he didn’t commit. He is the 640th person exonerated on the Natl. Registry of Exonerations—one of 3,796 since 1989. Thank you, James, for your courage, and Natl. Registry of Exonerations for being the source of truth. #innocenceconference

James Giles spent 10 years in prison for a crime he didn’t commit. He is the 640th person exonerated on the Natl. Registry of Exonerations—one of 3,796 since 1989. Thank you, James, for your courage, and Natl. Registry of Exonerations for being the source of truth. #innocenceconference

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19,494 views • 3 months ago

#RobertRoberson is an innocent father with autism who has spent over 20 years on death row in Texas for a crime that never occurred. Even the former lead detective in his case is speaking out in support of his innocence. Find out how you can help:

#RobertRoberson is an innocent father with autism who has spent over 20 years on death row in Texas for a crime that never occurred. Even the former lead detective in his case is speaking out in support of his innocence. Find out how you can help:

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47,012 views • 1 year ago

Don't let Texas execute #RobertRoberson — an innocent man — on Oct. 16. Call Gov. Abbott right now at 737-277-6778. Find a call script here:

Don't let Texas execute #RobertRoberson — an innocent man — on Oct. 16. Call Gov. Abbott right now at 737-277-6778. Find a call script here:

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21,172 views • 10 months ago

BREAKING: Rosa Jimenez was just exonerated after 18 years of wrongful conviction in Texas. Her charges were dismissed after medical experts affirmed the death of the 21-month-old child at the center of her case was a tragic accident, not murder.

BREAKING: Rosa Jimenez was just exonerated after 18 years of wrongful conviction in Texas. Her charges were dismissed after medical experts affirmed the death of the 21-month-old child at the center of her case was a tragic accident, not murder.

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48,184 views • 3 years ago

URGENT: President Donald J. Trump must act now to commute all federal death sentences before leaving office. The federal death penalty risks innocent lives, deepens racial injustice, and perpetuates a broken system. #CommuteTheRow Sign the petition now:

URGENT: President Donald J. Trump must act now to commute all federal death sentences before leaving office. The federal death penalty risks innocent lives, deepens racial injustice, and perpetuates a broken system. #CommuteTheRow Sign the petition now:

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24,184 views • 1 year ago

Back in 2002, Brian Wharton led the charge against Robert Roberson. Now, he's fighting for Robert's freedom and urging Gov. Abbott to stop his execution before it's too late.

Back in 2002, Brian Wharton led the charge against Robert Roberson. Now, he's fighting for Robert's freedom and urging Gov. Abbott to stop his execution before it's too late.

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12,974 views • 10 months ago

During his incarceration, exoneree Perry Lott leaned heavily on his faith and art to get through his toughest times. In this emotional interview, he recalls the trauma he experienced and how he has chosen to, as he puts it, “rise above it.” Watch the full interview series:

During his incarceration, exoneree Perry Lott leaned heavily on his faith and art to get through his toughest times. In this emotional interview, he recalls the trauma he experienced and how he has chosen to, as he puts it, “rise above it.” Watch the full interview series:

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13,963 views • 1 year ago

Termaine Hicks, exonerated after 19 years of wrongful incarceration, ran the NYC Marathon earlier this month. During his time in prison, running became a way to stay grounded and hopeful. Now, he runs as a free man, sharing his story of resilience and justice.

Termaine Hicks, exonerated after 19 years of wrongful incarceration, ran the NYC Marathon earlier this month. During his time in prison, running became a way to stay grounded and hopeful. Now, he runs as a free man, sharing his story of resilience and justice.

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14,870 views • 1 year ago

At a Manhattan courthouse in November, Jabar Walker was finally exonerated after serving two decades in prison for a double homicide he didn't commit. If not for his persistence and the efforts of lawyers, he would have served his term until 2046.

At a Manhattan courthouse in November, Jabar Walker was finally exonerated after serving two decades in prison for a double homicide he didn't commit. If not for his persistence and the efforts of lawyers, he would have served his term until 2046.

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11,680 views • 2 years ago

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