| Well, I posted this under "pro-life"...but now that there is a pro-choice thread, I think it belongs here:
I am definitely Pro-Choice.
BUT...what does this mean?
This, I'd like to clarify...
I do not encourage or promote abortions.
I do believe that a woman should have the right to a medically safe abortion should she, in consultation with her conscience, family, and doctor; make the decision to have an abortion.
BEING PRO-CHOICE IS ABOUT MORE THAN JUST ABORTIONS
Being Pro-Choice is about MANY issues regarding reproductive choices/freedom.
The decision to have a baby, how many, and when...is probably THE most personal decision a woman will ever make in her life. The decision should never be taken lightly as parenting involves much responsibility.
To me, being Pro-Choice is about keeping these decisions personal and private; about protecting freedoms of choice regarding all reproductive related issues.
CONTRACEPTION IS KEY
The use of contraception helps to prevent unplanned pregnancies. Abortions are most likely the result of unplanned pregnancies. Unplanned parenting may very well be responsible for some child abuse and neglect cases. People that do not want, or, are not ready to be parents, should have a right to access contraception. Furthermore, I believe that ALL people should have the right to be educated on issues of family planning and ALL available options.
WHY CAN'T I HAVE A TUBAL LIGATION?
The answer: Because I'm 27 years old and I haven't born any children.
If I want to have myself sterilized, how is this anyone's decision but mine? The rational is because of the permanency of the procedure...what if I change my mind? Well, I won't. And honestly, if I did, I would have to live with that decision...MY decision. It infuriates me that in order for me to have a tubal legation, I would have to fight for it, and likely do a lot of searching for a doctor that would be willing. And actually, I would prefer just to have a hysterectomy because to me, these "parts" are useless...just sitting there waiting to possibly develop cancer. I'm not using them!...why do I have to take that chance?
DOES YOUR INSURANCE PLAN COVER THIS?
How does one discreetly ask during an employment interview, "Can you tell me if your health insurance plan covers contraception and/or sterilization procedures?" You see, this is extremely important to me...a must have. But, employers can opt out of coverage for contraception, abortions, and sterilization procedures.
SO, LET'S REVIEW...WHO IS MAKING MY DECISIONS FOR ME.?
Politicians, folks with religious beliefs other than my own, my employer, the invisible man, my neighbor's dog, and a partridge in a pear tree!
THIS HAS TO STOP!
...and this is what makes me, Pro-Choice. | |
