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@B9YTL6S Agreements5mos ago

I firmly believe in the sanctity of life, and I am pro-life because I think that every unborn baby has the right to life

From the moment of conception, a new life begins, complete with its own unique DNA and potential for growth, development, and future experiences. It is important to recognize that these unborn babies are not just clusters of cells; they are human beings with the capacity to feel, develop, and eventually contribute to society. I understand that some may consider abortion as a solution to unexpected or challenging circumstances, but I believe that taking the life of an innocent child is never the answer. Every life, no matter how small, has inherent value and deserves the chance to live and thrive. Carrying a pregnancy to term can be daunting, especially for young or unprepared parents. Still, there are numerous supportive options available, such as adoption and caring organizations that can assist during tough times. Additionally, I feel that our society must foster a culture that values life, encouraging expectant parents to embrace their circumstances and seek help rather than resorting to the irreversible act of abortion. It is cruel and unjust to deny an unborn child its right to live based on the challenges that may arise. Each life is a gift, and we must advocate for the voiceless, standing up for those who cannot speak for themselves. Ultimately, I believe that promoting a pro-life stance is about compassion and empathy for both the unborn child and the parents involved. We should focus on providing love, understanding, and support to help families navigate their situations rather than resorting to ending a life that has so much potential. In doing so, we uphold the values of dignity and respect for all human life.

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 @B9YZPWN  from Alabama  disagreed…4mos4MO

Life does not, in fact, begin at conception; this is supported by modern medical knowledge and studies. Most abortions occur in the early stages of pregnancy, typically within the first trimester. This is long before a fetus (which is capable of feeling and developing). At this stage in pregnancy, it is not a child but indeed a "cluster of cells". Of course, those cell clusters have the potential to grow into a fetus that then grows into a person. There are many studies available that say abortions occurring after this point account for 1 percent or less of the total amount of abort…  Read more

 @B9YZHDP from Arizona  disagreed…4mos4MO

The fetus is a clump of cells and does not have any sentience, therefore is not living. I'm a biomedical science major, you lose so many skin cells a day, the heart beat is stem cells beginning to learn to do their job. Women's body, women's choice

 @B9Z3DVC  from Minnesota  disagreed…4mos4MO

Until they exist and can be taught, understand, and feel these emotions and thoughts on paper, they do not have more rights than the carrier of them.

 @B9Z2K49Independent from South Carolina  disagreed…4mos4MO

I firmly believe in Abortion, Pro-Choice, and a woman’s ability to choose what they want to do with their own body. If a pregnancy is imposing on a woman’s overall health and wellbeing, they should be given the right to choose to have an Abortion. If a woman is raped and becomes pregnant with a constant reminder of their Abuser, they should be given the right to choose to have an Abortion. If a woman becomes pregnant and will not be able to financially, emotionally, or physically provide for the child, she should be given the right to an Abortion.

 @B9YZX89Peace and Freedom  from New Jersey  disagreed…4mos4MO

"pro life" isn't a good term considering the fetus isn't even a live yet, its simply just there as if it's ready to grow. It doesn't feel or taste or anything, it's just there waiting to start. Abortion is justified when it comes to stuff like this. The fetus isn't feeling and it's simply just the merging between two cells, it's not like as soon as these cells merge that a baby is born, that's just when they start merging. I am heavily pro choice and believe it's simply a personal freedom within a woman's right to abort.

 @B9YZFPN  from North Carolina  agreed…4mos4MO

I strongly agree with that because for every unborn baby that is aborted is murder and I am pro life and if someone says that they should get an abortion because they didn't mean to have the kid or didn't mean to get pregnant. I believe that that's their fault they have birth control and all kinds of protection that you can use and you can't just murder an unborn baby just because of your own mistakes.

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 @ISIDEWITH submitted…2yrs2Y

Israeli Bombings Kill 2,300 In Lebanon in 3 weeks

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