- Because of course, contraception is 100% effective.
- Yes (where these exist), but what about the rights of the woman?
- I entirely agree that the wishes of the father be considered .. but not to be insensitive - a spermatozoon and a token grunt contribute rather less than 50% of that particular equation, I'd think.
There
is a case for abortion, as there is a case for a
'right to life', but in reaching a decision many [often conflicting] considerations must be balanced. In most circumstances, I don't believe
anyone but the woman is qualified, or entitled to make that final choice.
As for those who adopt a one size fits all
'it's a life (fetus), therefore it cannot be murdered, end of story' stance
. IMHO, it's
not that simple, those who would argue that it is, are probably not seeing [or wilfully ignoring] the whole picture. Are they not seeking to enforce their personal moral position on another? If so, then in most cases, and in most jusridictions - 'we'
don't get to do that.
Few women consider abortion in a frivolous or casual manner, yet many are vilified for making what may be most difficult and emotional decision of their lives. Regardless of personal opinion, that is shameful. Of course, some women do adopt a cavalier approach, but really isn't that more a problem with
them, than abortion?
In most circumstances, (not just on abortion), I will usually advocate personal choice - not just because I think it's right, but because of how it feels when some
one, or some faceless 'entity' deprives you of it.