Ted, My point was what is the basis for your view on abortions? Is it religious?
The main reason is my own judgement call, shaped by my beliefs about life, sex, and relationships. Religion has a major role in shaping those beliefs.
If I didn't believe in God, however, I'd probably justify abortion on the grounds that man is his own master.
If so, why should your religious views be given precedence over others? And why are yours more right than others?
I gave you my personal beliefs, and that's it. I can't change the world, but I can change the world around me, starting with my own family and friends. I can tell people of the many instances I've personally seen where the mother chose life over abortion, and how that's resulted in beautiful, healthy, and happy children. I can also tell you of the instances I've seen of women who use sex to get relationships, men who use relationships to get sex, and how that's destroying people's lives. Abortion doesn't solve those problems; rather, it exacerbates them.
Maybe if more people started valuing life and the consequences of their lifestyles, my view will be given precedence over others. In the meantime, I guess I'll have to settle for the Kerry reflection on societal's views, "I'm against abortion, but for choice." Kind of a shaky compromise on all levels, if you asked me.
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