Is Abortion The Right Thing?

One of the most controversial issues today is whether or not abortion is a right for women to have, or a nicer label for premature killing. We all know the two sides of this issue, pro-life/pro-choice, and their beliefs are indicated by their names. Pro-life believes that all life is sacred, and that abortion should not be legal, labeling abortion as murder. Pro-choice believes that life begins at birth, and that abortion gives women more control over their bodies. Currently, abortion is legal up to the third trimester during pregnancy; however, if abortion is determined as murder, there will be emotional outbursts from both sides. Pro-life supporters would be ecstatic, being happy that the “unjust act” of abortion is once again illegal. While pro-choice supporters would be enraged with anger, stating that victims of rape and incest are not being protected, as well as women loses their right to their body. For such a dramatic shift of current law proceedings, abortion would have to become labeled as murder. According to Merriam-Webster dictionary, murder is: “the crime of deliberately killing a person” (Murder). In order for abortion to be classified as murder, it needs to meet the following criterion: one human being is killing another, the killer is in their right mind before and during the killing, and is completely intentional and planned out; making it seem as if abortion really is murder after all.

Abortion is a highly debated topic over pro-life or pro-choice being right or wrong. Abortion is the deliberate termination of a human pregnancy, most often performed during the first 28 weeks of pregnancy. It is a medical procedure used to end a pregnancy and cause the death of a fetus.

The definition of abortion is the deliberate termination of a human pregnancy, most often performed during the first 28 weeks of pregnancy. Inasmuch as it is true, in our society abortion is an extremely controversial subject, however, it is also safe to say that it is a very opinionated matter between those who do and do not believe in it. Abortion has been legal in the United States since the case of Roe v. Wade in the winter of 1973 labeling it as a “fundamental right”, it has since been a moral issue within our society. The decision to terminate ones own pregnancy is in their own hands and the effects of termination mentally and physically are their own to contract with.

The question of whether or not abortion is morally permissible is widely disputed amongst those who are pro-life or pro-choice. While in some societies abortion has been outlawed, others either entirely allow for it or consider abortion permissible on a case-by-case basis. Many pro-lifers classify abortion as immoral, some even considering it murder. Abortion is typically defined as terminating a pregnancy before the fetus is able to survive outside of the womb. A crucial factor in determining whether or not an instance of abortion can be considered morally permissible is the demarcation of the age of the fetus. Various hard cases in certain societies that have been considered permissible cases for abortion such as: threat of health to the mother, pregnancy in result of a crime (i.e. rape), reduced quality of life of the child (i.e. genetic problems and physical or mental defects), disadvantaged social factors (i.e. poverty), etc.

An abortion is when you decide that you want to terminate your pregnancy which usually takes place before the first 28 weeks. Some people think that if you have an abortion then you are committing murder, but many think that it is just a fetus and not a fully developed living being. In the beginning stages of pregnancy, I believe that in the uterus there is a fetus who is not an actually living thing. So it is okay for the female to decide if that she does not want the baby and it not count as murder because it is a fetus and it isn't fully developed yet. If a women decides that she does not want to have a baby for whatever reason I think that she should be able to but she has only 20 weeks to decide. If you really do not want the baby you should already know when you find out.

In Judith Jarvis Thomson’s philosophy paper, A Defense of Abortion, she argues that abortion is permissible because an individual’s right over their own body outweighs a fetus’s right to life. In this paper I will focus on whether or not abortion is always permissible. First, I will present Thomson’s argument which says that abortion is sometimes permissible. I will do so by describing her “famous violinist” thought experiment. Next, I will object to Thomson’s claim and expand the scope of her argument by arguing that abortion is in fact, always permissible. I will do so by presenting a new thought experiment. Finally, I will conclude in saying that Thomson is correct and abortion is in fact only sometimes permissible.

Abortion is the deliberate termination of a human pregnancy, most often performed during the first 28 weeks of pregnancy. In other words, it is a procedure used to end a human pregnancy through medicine or surgery that involves detaching the fetus and placenta from the uterus. The debate over whether abortion should be illegal or not is an ongoing issue between Americans. I strongly believe in abortion.

Abortion, to some it is the murder of an innocent fetus with a heartbeat. To others it is considered an option to be freed from the responsibilities of parenthood. We all have different views that can be controversial to the opinions of others. Yet, there are proven facts and cases where making abortion illegal is the best decision. Propaganda for Prolife is everywhere, but is there enough to show the world how wrong abortion is? I believe there is not, yet there are some very emotional advertisements that can change your whole perspective. Abortion should be considered illegal because it is considered murder and can have severe consequences for woman, and there are other options to chose instead of abortion.

Melissa Ohden is an abortion survivor. Her mother tried to abort her as a child. By some miracle, Melissa conquered the procedure and prospers today to tell her story and encourage and embolden others. Melissa is a now a thriving 34 year old social worker and has assisted innumerable people. If her mother's procedure would have been successful, numerous people would not have received the immense honor of meeting Melissa. Melissa grew up with an affectionate adoptive family. She found out she was a failed abortion at 14 years old. She immediately wanted to reconcile with her biological parents, and is now in contact with both sides. If you were to ask any abortion survivor if they wished that the procedure would have been successful, the answer would be unanimous. Abortion is nefarious.

Abortion is the ending of pregnancy by removing a fetus or embryo from the womb before it can survive on its own. An abortion can also be induced which means steps are taken purposely to end the pregnancy. “Induced” abortions are legal, safe, and usually done by doctors. Almost half of all pregnancies in the United States are unplanned, which means about $1.3 million in 1996 were aborted. A woman has the ‘right’ to choose if her child lives or dies, but what about the baby? Doesn’t the baby get a say? How would a person feel if someone took away their ability to live? Women are a mother as soon as they become pregnant, how could a mother tell her child they are unwanted and should be killed? Some people think it’s all right to abort children,

Abortion is the deliberate termination of a human pregnancy, most often performed during the first 28 weeks. Abortion is a big issue in the world today because while some say that the mother has a right to keep or abort her unborn child, others say that having a chance at life is more important. Many people are on both sides of this argument which makes it safe to say that abortion is one of the most controversial issues in America today. I, however, think that abortion is extremely and terribly wrong.

There are two great days in a person’s life, the day we are born, and the day we discover why (William Barclay). Imagine having those days being taken without even having a chance to experience them because you weren’t considered human yet. There’s an endless deliberation on abortion and whether it’s acceptable. Some feel it is up to the parent or parents and others feel it’s just outright murder no matter what. I personally am pro-choice because you never know how the child was conceived.

Abortion is the deliberate termination of a human pregnancy that is often performed during the first 28 weeks of pregnancy. As life begins at conception, unborn babies are human beings and thus have the right to life. The federal Unborn Victim Of Violence Act that was made to protect unborn babies from murder states that anybody intentionally killing an unborn baby should be punished for killing a human being. Abortion is a murder because it is taking away someone’s life. Even though the baby isn’t born yet, the fetus in the mother’s womb still feels pain while being aborted. No person, not even a mother, has the right to hurt someone. To keep a child, who can’t even speak, from growing and from living is a murder.

Abortion is defined as “The removal of an embryo or fetus from the uterus in order to end the pregnancy” (dictionary.com). However, if only the debate over the abortion issue was as easy as the definition listed above. However, similar to most things in life, a statement or opinion is never right nor wrong, but simply left open for clarification. Those who are against abortion believe that abortion is the murder of innocent human beings who aren’t given a chance at life and the ability to function as a normal individual. However, those who are for abortion believe that it is a women’s right to choose what she does to not only her baby but

All around the world, unborn babies are being killed everyday. Abortion has become one of the most common operations in the US today. People that are “pro-choice” believe that it is acceptable for a woman to have the choice to abort her baby or not. They say that it is the legal right of a woman. They believe that a baby is not yet alive until it has been born. It is argued that a woman should be able to do what is best for her future, health, and body. On the other side of the spectrum lies people that are “pro-life”. They believe that human life begins at the time of conception and that killing what is unborn is murder. They defend this with arguments from science, as well as scripture. Pro-choice believes in abortion because it will benefit the majority of women and possibly families. They are looking out for themselves and their best interests. It is Utilitarianism as well as egoism. They believe it is morally acceptable to end the life of the unborn. It will provide the majority with an unwanted pregnancy and a way out of a tough situation. Pro-life is against abortion because of a religious authority and because it will benefit a majority (unborn babies). They believe it is morally unacceptable to end the life of the unborn.