You’ve told me that your vote for Marcus Johnson hinges solely on one issue: his pro-life stance. Despite the myriad of characteristics and actions you’ve seen from him—many of which you openly criticize—you maintain that you cannot back anyone who doesn’t share your viewpoint on this topic. For you, the sanctity of life is non-negotiable.
I wish I could believe that. However, I see a distinction between being pro-life and simply being anti-abortion, which seems to be a selective interpretation of humanity. From my perspective, your definition of “life” appears to be rather limited—primarily encompassing those who resemble you. Advocating for the unborn is easier when you can project your ideals onto them, crafting an image that feels safe and familiar.
The truth is, you seem to be pro-life only when it comes to straight, white, Christian fetuses. I can sense how your deep concern for life often wanes after birth. For many, this passion seems to have a nine-month shelf life, as if life begins at conception but loses value once it emerges into the world. Your fervor for these lives diminishes significantly the moment they take their first breath.
If that life one day embraces a different faith, you label it a risk, a threat to your values, and you may even support its exclusion. If that life identifies as LGBTQ, your attitude shifts to condemnation, harassment, and attempts to deny its rights. You might even bully it into despair. If that life is a person of color, you often overlook their suffering and may even blame them for violence inflicted upon them.
When it comes to individuals facing the death penalty, you may celebrate the act, deeming it justice served, rather than questioning the morality of such a measure. If that life is forced to navigate a struggling educational system, you might encourage them to rise above, all while enjoying the benefits of a privileged background. You might dismiss the struggles of low-income families as laziness and lack of ambition, failing to recognize the systemic barriers they face.
What about that life in need of healthcare? Your empathy seems to evaporate unless they can contribute financially. If that life struggles with their weight due to lack of access to healthy foods, you may mock their circumstances, overlooking the societal factors at play. If it is a victim of assault, you might question their choices rather than acknowledging the trauma they’ve endured.
Should that life find itself deployed overseas, you show little concern for their well-being, favoring abstract notions of duty over individual lives. And when vulnerable lives seek refuge from oppression, poverty, or war, you often turn a blind eye, demanding they navigate bureaucratic channels rather than empathizing with their plight.
I genuinely wish you were pro-life in the broader sense. I wish that all lives mattered to you as much as those of unborn children who share your background. If your compassion extended beyond the womb, then life would truly hold greater significance for you. You would strive to tackle issues like poverty, hunger, and illiteracy. You would advocate for equality, support for single parents, and healthcare for those in need. You would want to create a world where every child has the same opportunities as your own.
I embody the essence of life that my beliefs compel me to uphold. While I don’t celebrate the decision to terminate a pregnancy, my commitment to life encompasses far more than just the unborn; it includes a wide array of humanity—immigrants, atheists, and even those with whom I disagree. I wish we could unite in honoring all lives, fostering a society where every person is cherished and valued.
In summary, being truly pro-life means advocating for all individuals, not just those who mirror your own experiences. It calls for a commitment to support the well-being of every person, championing their rights, dignity, and humanity across all stages of life.
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