An Overview of being Pro-Life (abortion)

Abortion is perhaps one of the most fundamental issues in history. Women have a choice to either go through with the pregnancy or terminate it. Under no circumstance should abortion be used as a form of birth control. In 1973, the Supreme Court decided that:

1) During the first trimester, a woman cannot be limited on how or when she wants an abortion.

2) During the second trimester, the state’s interest is in the mother’s health and they can make reasonable suggestions on how or where it will take place.

3) During the third trimester, the state’s interest lies with the unborn child and may prohibit the abortion, unless there is immediate danger to the mother. In 1992, Ronald Reagan and George Bush requested the Supreme Court to reverse this decision. It was denied by a five-person majority rule. The ruling stated that the due process clauses of the constitution uphold a woman’s liberty to choose an abortion prior to viability. Those who are pro-choice agree with these protections on abortion. On the other hand, people like me who are pro-life do not agree with these circumstances. We believe in the rights and the future of unborn children. As a pro-life advocate, I will start by trying to make abortions illegal, unless in cases of rape or danger to the mother, in the state of Nevada.

Pro-life can be defined as conservative in some ways, as the main focus is the preservation of human beings. They also support strict limits on abortion. Although liberals focus on humanity, this focus includes materialism, the process of illumination, and human nature. To define conservatism: they believe that a limited government will ensure order, a competitive market, and personal opportunity. They also advocate for change in moderation. In contrast to liberals, conservatives want to keep the government small except in matters of national defense. Despite taking a passive look at human nature, conservatives believe in strong leadership institutions, firm laws, and strict moral codes to maintain control in our society. They believe that people should solve their own problems, as they often result from their own mistakes.

Being pro-life often aligns one with the Republican party. The Republican party was born in the early 1850s by anti-slavery activists and individuals who believed that the government should grant the western lands to settlers free of charge. The party ascended to the national stage in 1856, although it was initially considered a third party, alongside the Democrats and Whigs. Abraham Lincoln was the first Republican to win the White House. Republicans initially referred to themselves as the gallant old party or G.O.P., but are now commonly called the grand old party. The party’s interests encompass various spheres, such as education and opportunity. This aligns with their focus on ensuring that children receive the best possible education, aiming at the highest achievements. Republicans place a high value on literacy and aim to support children in their education, healthcare, and safety. They also advocate for strengthening families and communities. They promote households with both parents present but also support single mothers through initiatives like Second Chance Maternity Homes to help avoid poverty. For Republicans, having both parents in the household ensures stability. The party also has interests in safeguarding individual rights within a free society, proscribing discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, age, or disability. These factors should not, they emphasize, interfere with one’s educational opportunities, employment, or access to any establishments. Some Republicans are pro-life supporters and work towards making abortion illegal for the most part.

Creating or altering a law is a complex process rather than a straightforward task. Since Congress is responsible for crafting laws, all branches of government are involved. The legislative branch passes the law, the judicial branch interprets it, and the executive branch enforces it. Before the President signs a bill into law, it must be approved by both houses, signed by the Speaker and the Vice President. If the President vetoes it, the bill cannot become law unless it is passed again by a two-thirds majority vote from both houses. For someone looking to influence this process, forming or joining an interest group—those with common interests who seek to influence government policy—would be a smart first step. Understanding both sides of debates, such as pro-choice and pro-life, can help influence others to think more critically about these issues.

To this end, I plan to keep abreast of developments by watching the news and reading about both viewpoints as much as possible. I will then create a petition to present to Congress, aiming to gather signatures not just from pro-life supporters, but also from those who are pro-choice. We will work to create support groups for women who feel they have no other options, transforming small local groups into a nationwide movement that eventually captures media attention. By strategically positioning our cause to the media, we can empower pro-life advocates and potentially change the perspectives of those who were pro-choice or undecided. Small changes can indeed have a significant impact on society. I believe that making abortion illegal in Nevada, except under specific circumstances, will influence other states’ legislative decisions. It may also lead to more preventive practices such as increased use of birth control and condoms, thereby reducing the prevalence of STDs and teenage pregnancies. With less choice to terminate unintended pregnancies, people might become more proactive in preventing them. One simple change can potentially lead to a world of difference.

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