17. It’s unfair to children to bring them into a world where they’re not wanted.”
a. Every child is wanted by someone; there is no such thing as an unwanted child.
b. There is a difference between an unwanted pregnancy and an unwanted child.
c. “Unwanted” describes not a condition of the child, but an attitude of adults.
d. The problem of unwantedness is a good argument for wanting children, but a poor argument for eliminating them.
e. What is most unfair to unwanted children is to kill them. It’s understandable to feel concern for children who might be born into difficult situations. But it’s important to remember that while a pregnancy may be unplanned, no child is truly unwanted. There are countless families waiting to adopt, ready to give love and support to a child. The term “unwanted” describes the feelings of adults, not the value of the child.
We should focus on helping parents and communities understand the importance of valuing life, and offering support to make sure no child is left without love. The most unfair thing we can do to an "unwanted" child is to take away their chance at life.
18. “Having more unwanted children results in more child abuse.”
a. Child abuse has not decreased since abortion was legalized, but has dramatically increased.
b. If children are viewed as expendable before birth, they will be viewed as expendable after birth.
c. It is illogical to argue that a child is protected from abuse through abortion since abortion is child abuse.
The idea that abortion somehow prevents child abuse is not supported by evidence. Since abortion was legalized, child abuse rates have actually increased. When society starts to view children as expendable before birth, it becomes easier to devalue them after they are born.
Abortion itself is a form of child abuse, so it is contradictory to argue that it somehow prevents harm. Instead, we need to build a culture where children, wanted or not, are seen as precious and deserving of care and protection.
19. “Restricting abortion would be unfair to the poor and minorities, who need it most.”
a. It is not unfair for some people to have less opportunity than others to kill the innocent.
b. The rich and white, not the poor and minorities, are most committed to unrestricted abortion.
c. Prochoice advocates want the poor and minorities to have abortions, but oppose requirements that abortion risks and alternatives be explained to them.
d. Planned Parenthood’s abortion advocacy was rooted in the eugenics movement and its bias against the mentally and physically handicapped and minorities.
It’s tragic to suggest that the poor and minorities "need" abortion. Everyone, regardless of their circumstances, deserves the right to life. It is not unjust for some to have fewer opportunities to end the lives of their children. What is unfair is that poor communities are often targeted by abortion advocates, while being denied information about risks and alternatives.
Historically, abortion advocacy has roots in the eugenics movement, with a focus on eliminating those seen as less valuable, including minorities and the disabled. Instead of abortion, we should be working to lift these communities out of poverty and offering them resources to support their children.
20. “Abortion helps solve the problem of overpopulation and raises the quality of life.”
a. The current birthrate in America is less that what is needed to maintain our population level.
b. The dramatic decline in our birthrate will have a disturbing economic effect on America.
c. Overpopulation is frequently blamed for problems with other causes.
d. If there is a population problem that threatens our standard of living, the solution is not to kill off part of the population.
e. Sterilization and abortion as cures to overpopulation could eventually lead to mandatory sterilization and abortion.
f. The “quality of life” concept is breeding a sense of human expendability that has far-reaching social implications.
The idea that abortion is a solution to overpopulation is based on misconceptions. In fact, the birthrate in America is below what is needed to sustain our population, and this decline could have serious economic consequences in the future.
Overpopulation is often blamed for problems that have other causes, such as resource distribution or government policies. Killing off part of the population is not a solution. Instead, we should focus on better managing our resources and supporting life in all its forms. The notion of “quality of life” shouldn’t lead us to treat human beings as expendable.
21. “Even if abortion were made illegal, there would still be many abortions.”
a. That harmful acts against the innocent will take place regardless of the law is a poor argument for having no law.
b. The law can guide and educate people to choose better alternatives.
c. Laws concerning abortion have significantly influenced whether women choose to have abortions.
It’s true that laws can’t eliminate all harmful behavior, but that doesn’t mean we should have no laws. The purpose of laws is to protect the innocent and guide society toward better choices. When abortion laws are stricter, fewer women choose abortion, and many are steered toward life-affirming alternatives.
The existence of illegal activity doesn’t justify its legalization. Rather, laws help educate and create a moral framework that encourages people to make better decisions for themselves and their children.
22. “The antiabortion beliefs of the minority shouldn’t be imposed on the majority.”
a. Major polls clearly indicate that the majority, not the minority, believes that there should be greater restrictions on abortion. Especially when it comes to late term and post-abortions.
b. Many people’s apparent agreement with abortion law stems from their ignorance of what the law really is.
c. In 1973 the Supreme Court imposed a minority morality on the nation, ignoring the votes of citizens and the decisions of state legislatures.
This is often misunderstood. In fact, many polls show that the majority of Americans support greater restrictions on abortion, especially when it comes to late-term or post-birth abortions. Many people who support current abortion laws may not be fully aware of what those laws actually allow.
In 1973, when Roe v. Wade was decided, the Supreme Court imposed abortion laws that did not reflect the views of many states or citizens. A true democratic process should allow people to have a voice in shaping these laws based on their values. With the overturning of Roe v. Wade, that democratic process is now at work, allowing the people of each state to shape abortion laws according to their values. While it may be difficult, individuals who prefer a less restrictive stance on abortion can relocate to a state that aligns with their views. This works both ways, as those who favor more restrictive laws can also choose to live in states that reflect their preferences.
23. “The antiabortion position is a religious belief that threatens the vital separation of church and state.”
a. Many nonreligious people believe that abortion kills children and that it is wrong.
b. Morality must not be rejected just because it is supported by religion.
c. America was founded on a moral base dependent upon principles of the Bible and the Christian religion.
d. Laws related to church and state were intended to assure freedom for religion, not freedom from religion.
e. Religion’s waning influence on our society directly accounts for the moral deterioration threatening our future.
It’s important to recognize that opposition to abortion is not purely a religious belief. Many non-religious individuals believe that abortion is wrong because it takes the life of an innocent child. Morality doesn’t become invalid just because it is supported by religious principles.
America’s founding principles are deeply rooted in moral values, many of which align with biblical teachings. The separation of church and state is meant to protect religious freedom, not exclude morality from public life. A society that abandons moral principles risks undermining its future.
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