This is still a national-wide issue: Abortion, the pro-choice or pro-life debate.
If you did observe, you should have noticed my bright-red wrist band that I wear on my right arm. Oh yes, I stand for pro-life. Wait, before you decide to flip to the next page, thinking that I am “just another anti-abortion-ist,” read on and see if you have any comments on this issue.
I was seriously stunt by the statement written on Planned Parenthood’s Web site that says, “If you are pregnant, you have three options to think about – abortion, adoption, and parenting.” Oh my goodness. Parenting came last on the list.
With such advancement of birth control methods in the world today, there are still many who underwent unplanned pregnancy. Why so? Are people just so stubborn to think that they should “enjoy first, suffers later?”
You boys, be a man, do the right thing. If you really not want a child, use proper birth control! Of course, be reminded that not all birth control methods are 100% safe. So, even if you are using two condoms, be well-prepared that you might still be a dad. So, think twice-, three times, before you get your pants down.
Ladies, know your rights to speak up. Let your partner know what your plans are. If you really don’t want to get pregnant, do the proper ‘precautions,’ either you or your partner. Like mentioned, there isn’t a 100% for it.
Right now, I totally believe the saying “Planned Parenthood should be called Unplanned Parenthood.”
If parenthood is planned, why do abortion has to come into the picture? I don’t get it. If you really map your parenthood, you should be on your way preparing to be a dad or a mom. This must include expecting the worst circumstances to come up during the period of pregnancy, i.e. financial matters.
I don’t speak for all people of my culture and religion. However, I believe that those who are able to get pregnant should be grateful for that. There are zillions out in the world who wants to get pregnant hitherto will never have the chance; and those of you who had the blessings to carry a life are debating over the right to choice?
Abortion is legal and does no harm because the fetus couldn’t feel the pain? That doesn’t make any sense. Does it mean I will not be found guilty for any charges if I overdose somebody or inserting carbon monoxide into your truck when you’re inside it? None of the two causes any pain, too.
Mother Teresa once said there are two victims in every abortion: a dead baby, and a dead conscience.
I know there will be some, in fact many, who will stand against my point of view. I want to make it clear that I am speaking about the silliness of humankind in a typical circumstance. I understand there are many raping cases that had caused pregnancy and the victims may consider abortion. Nevertheless, there are ways besides taking someone’s life away. The babies are innocent. Let the culprits be punished, not the babies. Remember, adoption is one way out. There are many voluntary organizations out there that are ready to lend a helping hand to assist victims dealing with these problems. Abortion only adds up to your wretchedness.
In short, the debate for rights shouldn’t go on any further. It is inside us that there is an innate conscience about the preciosity of life. “I’ve noticed that everyone who is for abortion is already born,” Ronald Reagan, 40th President of the United States, said. Very well said, Mr. President!
Jason Tham
Columnist/University Chronicle
