According to Gallup, Americans are split relatively evenly regarding the abortion debate: 47% describe themselves as “pro-life,” 45% “pro-choice.” Half of America is pro-life, but that doesn’t tell us a great deal. Which people are included in the pro-life half? Old, white men? The same Gallup poll found that those who call themselves “pro-life” include: […]
[This post is the first in a point-counterpoint debate. See the argument against the rape exception here.] According to Gallup, 59% of self-described pro-lifers believe abortion should be legal in cases of rape. This is a higher percentage than I expected. Anecdotally, it seems most pro-lifers I interact with believe there should be no rape […]
While the terms “pro-life” and “pro-choice” are clearly open for interpretation, I’ve had the impression that, generally, “pro-life” people think abortion should be illegal except in cases that threaten the mother’s life (and perhaps in cases of rape*) and “pro-choice” people generally think abortion should be legal throughout pregnancy. My impressions are due partially to […]
Illinois – Abortion rate reached a 37 year low in Illinois in 2010. 41,859 abortions were reported in 2010; 32,760 were performed in 1973. This is also 9% lower than 2009 numbers. The reason? Differing groups in Illinois are unsure, but the bottom line – fewer abortions is a step in the right direction. Virginia […]
This post was sent to me by guest blogger Sarah T. – M When thinking about the abortion issue, most people assume that the respective stances of the two major political parties in the United States are rigidly defined and set in stone. Republicans are pro-life. Democrats are pro-choice. That is all. In reality, however, […]
In response to a recent Gallup poll finding that Hillary Clinton is the most admired woman in the United States, the Oregonian has a commentary about some of the strong stances that Clinton has taken on behalf of women in her role as Secretary of State: Late last month, at Georgetown University, in language not particularly […]
New abortion statistics based on billing records have shown that Ontario has been underreporting their abortion statistics. How much so? Approximately 10-20% fewer are being reported, much of which are being performed at doctor’s offices instead of at abortion clinics. Here’s an excerpt from an article: New abortion statistics based on Ontario’s health billing records […]
A study of 1,031 obstetricians / gynecologists by Obstetrics & Gynecology magazine found that 1 in 7 Ob / Gyns perform abortions. This is a decrease from a study they performed in 2008, where they found 22% had performed abortions. People on both sides of the issue have some issue with the statistics, so check […]
I feel like I’m lazing it in tonight, but here are some quick news items from the US and abroad. Domestic News: With the GOP primary readily approaching, Iowans and some GOP hopefuls help explain what abortion has to do with the economy. Check out the videos. For the first time in Maryland history, abortion […]
Gallup recently released a poll showing that most Americans who label themselves “pro-choice” are actually supportive of common-sense limitations on abortion, such bans on third-trimester abortions (79%) and partial-birth abortions (63%). They also live up to the true meaning of “choice” by joining pro-life advocates in supporting informed consent (86%) and a 24-hour waiting period […]
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