Abortion and the Conscience of the Nation by Ronald Reagan
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Abortion and the Conscience of the Nation by Ronald Reagan
Overview
In 1983, President Ronald Reagan penned an essay titled "Abortion and the Conscience of the Nation," published in the Human Life Review. This articulate expression of his pro-life stance later appeared in book form in 1984, featuring additional contributions by Surgeon General C. Everett Koop and British essayist Malcolm Muggeridge, expanding it to about 95 pages. Notably, Reagan's essay marked the first time a sitting President publicly addressed the topic of abortion, aiming to awaken the nation to its profound implications.
Content and Themes
Though only 26 pages, President Reagan's essay presents a compelling pro-life argument. He contended that devaluing unborn life undermines the worth of all human life. Drawing a parallel between the pro-abortion "quality of life" rationale and historical issues like slavery?"specifically referencing the Dred Scott decision?"Reagan argued that such viewpoints essentially seek to exert control over population quality.
The Slippery Slope of Legalized Abortion
Reagan warned against the dangers of legalized abortion, suggesting it's a perilous path where unwanted or inconvenient pregnancies result in terminated lives. He emphasized that unborn children, especially those with birth defects, are often deemed less valuable and denied fundamental human rights due to judicial interpretations influenced by pro-abortion ideologies.
Call to Action
Reagan passionately argued for ending the arbitrary assessment of unborn lives' worth. Highlighting the case of "Baby Doe" in Indiana?"a child with Down's syndrome left to starve?"he underscored his belief that no society can thrive if individuals arbitrarily decide the value of a child's life. He drew inspiration from Abraham Lincoln, stating:
"Abraham Lincoln recognized that we could not survive as a free land when some men could decide that others were not fit to be free and should, therefore, be slaves. Likewise, we cannot survive as a free nation when some men decide that others are not fit to live and should be abandoned to abortion or infanticide. My Administration is dedicated to the preservation of America as a free land, and there is no cause more important for preserving that freedom than affirming the transcendent right to life of all human beings?"the right without which no other rights have any meaning."
Conclusion
Reagan's essay resonates strongly with the pro-life movement, offering powerful and logical arguments against abortion. His vision challenges the nation to consider the moral and ethical responsibilities of preserving the sanctity of all human life.
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