I respect the belief of those who believe that life begins at conception. But, of course, that is a personal belief. Not all religions hold to that tenant. It also brings up an interesting question I saw posted today:
If a fire breaks out in a fertility clinic and you can only save a petri dish with five blastulae or a two-year old child, which do you save?...
It seems like a silly question. But theologically speaking, it is a legitimate question. If the embryo is the most innocent of all because it is without sin, then it should take precedence over the life of a 2 year old who has broken at least 2 of the 10 commandments.
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I would have liked to have argued with you as a 'welcome back,' but in fact we're on the same side.
The fact is, I'm glad the issue makes people uncomfortable. It isn't so bad to have an ongoing debate. I feel sorry for those to whom it isn't.
for what it's worth I posted my bit on it here.
Siggy, I wish the debate would turn from the legality of the issue to what are we going to do to encourage women to carry babies to term (including adequate pre/post natal care and adoption). If we spent our time, money and energy on creating better alternative than on fighting each other, we could reduce the number of abortions while keeping it safe for those who would abort regardless of the legality of it.
Tommy, I responded on your blog
Pedro, there are plenty of people out there who would make contraception illegal as well.
As for Guatemala. Antigua is a tourist haven, but I did get out to see how the other 99% live also. It makes me thankful for what I do have and ashamed of those who do not appreciate what opportunities they have.
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