Comparing abortion to Holocaust needs response
Published on Thu, Jan 15, 2009Read More Voices
Editor,
Ignorance is not bliss!
In response to the letter that foolishly declares, "disasters are punishment for abortion policies" (Dec. 18, 2008), I am inclined to respond wholeheartedly. This is a classic example of how closed-minded our American society can be. Ever passionate about ending abortion, you neglect to mention the millions of people who die globally every single year, as a direct result of our careless lifestyle.
To compare the practice of abortion to the horrible suffering endured by the Jewish people during the Nazi holocaust is outrageous. Furthermore, you ignorantly imply that making abortion illegal will end the practice. Perhaps you suggest that back alley abortions are more humane? I'm not saying abortion is a positive practice, I'm saying it has been documented throughout history, and ignoring it does not make it go away.
If our American people were to truly wake up, we would quit living our lives of excess, and truly do as the Good Book intends. Follow the Ten Commandmants, and leave the judging up to God. Embrace technology, my closed-minded brother. It has enabled us to save more lives, in so many different ways, than abortion has taken away. And as a reality check, natural disasters happen when you cut down the rainforests, pollute the oceans, and melt away the polar ice caps. Alas, 'tis the American way, no?
May the people of our world come together despite our differences, live sustainably, lovingly and joyfully. Because bombing for peace is like fornicating in the name of virginity. God bless you all.
Anthony Bastien
Marysville
Ignorance is not bliss!
In response to the letter that foolishly declares, "disasters are punishment for abortion policies" (Dec. 18, 2008), I am inclined to respond wholeheartedly. This is a classic example of how closed-minded our American society can be. Ever passionate about ending abortion, you neglect to mention the millions of people who die globally every single year, as a direct result of our careless lifestyle.
To compare the practice of abortion to the horrible suffering endured by the Jewish people during the Nazi holocaust is outrageous. Furthermore, you ignorantly imply that making abortion illegal will end the practice. Perhaps you suggest that back alley abortions are more humane? I'm not saying abortion is a positive practice, I'm saying it has been documented throughout history, and ignoring it does not make it go away.
If our American people were to truly wake up, we would quit living our lives of excess, and truly do as the Good Book intends. Follow the Ten Commandmants, and leave the judging up to God. Embrace technology, my closed-minded brother. It has enabled us to save more lives, in so many different ways, than abortion has taken away. And as a reality check, natural disasters happen when you cut down the rainforests, pollute the oceans, and melt away the polar ice caps. Alas, 'tis the American way, no?
May the people of our world come together despite our differences, live sustainably, lovingly and joyfully. Because bombing for peace is like fornicating in the name of virginity. God bless you all.
Anthony Bastien
Marysville
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