Abortion is certainly the most heatedly discussed issue in the social and political circles. Every politically regime is critically examined and judged by its stand on this major issue facing the country. The reason being simple, while this may be the oldest controversial topic, it has not been and probably cannot be effectively resolved. Every year, thousand would take to streets protesting against abortion and as a counterattack many pro-abortion would stage a rally delivering arguments in favor of the subject. But little has been achieved by both quarters as each side has valid set of arguments regarding their stand on the issue and therefore it is up to each individual to decide which quarter he or she would support. (Roman, 88) To study this issue objectively, one needs to examine stand of both quarters closely. The arguments in favor of or against abortion must be studied without prejudice and with an open mind so that some logical and reasonable conclusions can be derived. Those in favor of abortion maintain that if a mother feels she is incapable of taking care of the child in her womb, it is only wise to terminate the pregnancy because only the person carrying the baby knows how well she can look after the child (Kinsley, 96). For example if the person carrying the baby has no sound financial assistance, it will be impossible for her to provide for the child. Therefore if she decides to abort her pregnancy, she is only making that decision based on her estimation of the life she is capable of providing. In other words, she knows what's best for her or her baby and therefore if she feels she is either too young or financially...
But to dismiss the issue as essentially a matter of personal choice or preference would certainly be unethical. For example, while we know that every person has the right to make choices regarding his future, we would not still allow a person to become a serial killer or a drug dealer, because these are anti-social activities, which have far reaching impact on the society. Similarly while pro-choice and pro-life circle may have a valid arguments in favor of their respective stands, it is important for them to study the issue from all aspects in order to reach a decision based on reason and not emotions. (Bringsjord, 97)
Therapeutic Use of Embryonic Stem Cells in Humans Moral issues relating to the therapeutic use of embrionic stem cells in humans Moral issues relating to the therapeutic use of embryonic stem cells in humans The inception of the idea of research of stem cells became plausible in several decades, in the past. Additionally, the research caused an ensuing countless debates to accompany the issue. In considering the research on the stem cell, several
While the human newborn may not have intrinsic properties that can support a moral right to life stronger than that of a fetus, the emergence of the human newborn makes it suitable to treat it like it had a stronger life. However, birth is morally significant since it's the mark of the end of one relationship and the commencement of others. On the question of the morality of abortions in rape
Generally, secular science reminds us that even the distinction between the value supposedly inherent in human life and that of other "higher" non-human life forms is very difficult to maintain logically. In fact, it may very well be that many species are sufficiently capable of complex emotions and other intellectual behavior previously considered exclusive hallmarks of "humanity" as to deserve greater moral consideration. If anything, the convergence of contemporary knowledge made
In this context the argument is made from a moral and religious point-of-view that the unborn child is alive and that abortion is tantamount to murder. As Bohan (1999) states in the House of Atreus: Abortion as a Human Rights Issue, "No society that truly believes in human rights can fail to recognize the right to life of the unborn. Human rights are, by definition, rights, which inhere in one
Essay Topic Examples 1. The Evolution of Abortion Practices Through Ancient Civilizations: Explore the disparate abortion methods and beliefs spanning from ancient Egyptian, Greek, and Roman societies to indigenous cultures, examining how societal values, medical knowledge, and legal frameworks have historically influenced practices surrounding abortion. 2. The Role of Religion in Shaping Abortion Views and Laws: Delve into the complex interplay between various religious doctrines and the legal status of abortion over the centuries,
Abortion: Pro-Choice Abortion (pro-choice) Women in the United States faced many difficulties before the legalization of abortion. The case of Roe vs. Wade is famous as this case allowed for the legalization of abortion K. Jones & Chaloner, 2007. Before the legalization of abortion, there were women who still aborted illegally, and all that legalization provided for was a safe environment for the women to perform abortion. Legalization of abortion provided women with
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