Abortion

Abortion is a huge issue today especially now with a new President-Elect that is so Pro-choice. Obama's views on abortion have stirred up some controversy especially among the Christian groups. Those groups such as the Evangelical Christians believe he is not a true Christian because of his stance on this big issue. I believe that he is trying to do the best for the country.

In my opinion abortion should be legal in the United States but should be restricted, also because of the court decision Roe v. Wade stated it would violate the privacy clause of the 14th amendment. Late term abortions should be restricted and should not be used unless for dire need.

Being a Catholic I can see both of the sides of the controversy, but with restrictions on abortion I believe we can find middle ground. Abortions are able to help those who are not able to carry a baby full term without the mother themselves dying or being injured for life, it will help rape victims and also those who cannot support a baby themselves whether they have a disability or horrible living conditions.

I do trust that adoption should also be more advertized because the rate of abortions may drop. Adoption is one step in finding the middle ground between the Pro-choice and Pro-life groups which should be found in the country that in the past has used compromises to make the United States as strong and free as it is today.

Sarah Spanarkel
York College of Pennsylvania