Wow, what divisive topic here in the US, especially during the election over here. Out of all the topics it is the one that creates the most absolute hate. I can't even count the number of times I have been attacked for saying I am supporting The President AND being a Christian. So, I guess the question is why?
However, first some background to my personal views. Back when I was in College I was very active in campaigning against abortion. In fact at one Student Union meeting I was almost kicked out because how dare I as a man speak on this subject even though it was perfectly acceptable for man who was pro-abortion to speak up. Over the years my views have been slightly moderated. This is not flip flopping, or giving a politically expedient answer like Romney does. I am still pro-life and absolutely am against abortion being used as a form of contraception. A foetus is a life. However, where I've moderated my opinion slightly is that life is not black and white. There are huge grey areas. Having known woman who have been raped and what that can do, or trying to imagine if a member of my family was put in that position, or if the life of my wife was a stake I think my final actions or opinions may change in that situation. Therefore, I think in the fallen world we live in there are situations where it should definitely be allowed. So, why vote for The President? There are three reasons:
1: There is no compassion, or, understanding coming from the right wing. Just a lot of vitriol and hate. So much is contrary to the teaching of Christ about forgiveness, love and compassion. A pharasitical hypocrisy that Jesus hated.
2: Political reasons. The Constitution clearly States separation of Church and State and religious tolerance. Also, the right don't want to the Government to interfere in their lives - unless it's something they agree with or want. Again hypocrisy.
3: Last the main reason. The Republicans have not offered any solutions apart from making it illegal. A way to reduce these innocent deaths is allowing the State to help. Support the future mothers so they know they can afford to support the child, give them healthcare, financial aid, education etc..etc.. For those that don't want to keep the child make adoption in this Country easier and more affordable and give the birth mother the necessary emotional support. Oh, I forgot. This sounds like Socialism so we can't do that. Look at the facts. Other Western, developed Countries all have a lower abortion rate than the US, even Holland with the most Liberal abortion laws have a much lower abortion rate. Why? They simply give a positive way out. A way of life and not death. If you want to label it as an "ism" you disagree with I say Hypocrite! You condemn the death and yet are part of the problem.
This the reason I am voting the way I am. The President gives a way to reduce the problem saving lives not just a empty ideology condemning more to death.
" but have not love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal". 1 Cor 13:1
" but have not love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal". 1 Cor 13:1
- Richard
