It's what comes naturally to humans. Do you deny?
What does a sperm do besides fertilize the egg which in turn become human? I am intentionally bringing up absurd points because that is what the argument from potentiality suggests and why I think it is wrong.
I also agree that having an abortion as birth control is rather distasteful but I don't think anyone has sex and says "don't worry about the condom, I'll just have an abortion later". Abortions are so that people can fix accidents and mistakes and make their lives better. If sexual education was better in America (ie none of that bullshit "abstinence only") then abortion would be even less needed.
What do you mean? It starts with DNA
I believe it is killing a human.
but it just pisses me off!
Some people also believe that this planet is only 12 thousand years old.
Miscarriage, Anencephaly, other defects that cause things that you could hardly characterize as human to grow.That is not an equivalent scenario and neither proves or even speaks to the issue. Sperm has the potential to become human life, but glintillions of sperm do not fertilize eggs and become nothing but rotting carcasses. Same goes for zillions of eggs. But how many fertilized human eggs end up as anything but humans? You claimed that "Even a fertilized egg doesn't always become a human.", but you never answered the question about what else is ever the result of a fertilized human egg.
So what else?
I really can't argue with anything in this post but I don't think abortion is any cause of this.I agree that most people don't see it as *simply* birth control in the same sense as condoms or other preventative measures. But I believe there is right and wrong and that life is made very complicated by ignoring that. I understand and admit that this comes from my Judeo-Christian values, and I don't intend to come off as preaching or trying to condemn anyone's behavior. But you have to admit that rampant and irresponsible sexual activity has complicated and ruined many many lives, and the only thing it really gives in return is a "good time", and not even always that.
Humanity has value to humans because we assign more value to ourselves. This makes sense evolution wise as we have to look out for ourselves in order for our species to survive. Humanity is more valuable to us than other animals but not because of some intrinsic worth. To an objective observer we are just another species, albeit a highly successful one.
If you mean humans are naturally arrogant (thank you Alasdhair for the visual aid) and hypocritical, then no I won't deny that.
Aren't they defective humans?Miscarriage, Anencephaly, other defects that cause things that you could hardly characterize as human to grow.
I really can't argue with anything in this post but I don't think abortion is any cause of this.
Simply put, if you don't like abortions, then don't have one.
This is such a difficult thread to respond to, not only because it's a sensitive subject for some to talk about, but because I feel i'm contradicting myself with my answers. Normally (and i dont care who thinks i'm terrible for feeling this way) I'm prolife. It has nothing to do with religion but I just simply don't agree abortion. Unless rape or other terrible circumstances occur and it wasnt your choice to have the baby then ok, but other than that there are plenty ways to protect yourself. However, on this topic i find that my thoughts are conflicting. I feel as if the right thing to do would be to abort the baby that was destined to have a disability. It's not only a burden for the parents, but also a terrible life to lead. It's like your giving someone new legs, but they aren't aloud to walk anyway. Your giving someone a life who isn't able to live it to the fullest.
Why? For having an opinion? If this is a debate (which I hope it is), then should both sides not be listened to?Then you better run and hide!
I know it's slightly arrogant, but it's true is it not? Maybe I did choose the wrong word with best... Maybe "most intelligent" would be better?How arrogant.
This drivel warrents no response.
Why? For having an opinion? If this is a debate (which I hope it is), then should both sides not be listened to?
I know it's slightly arrogant, but it's true is it not? Maybe I did choose the wrong word with best... Maybe "most intelligent" would be better?
Why? Because you think people that need something shouldn't have it? Maybe you're right, it didn't warrent a response, it warrented the end of the thread.
No, it is not true. Most intelligent still comes off as arrogant to me, but is far more acceptable than "We're the best race on the planet."