In the past week, we’ve seen a disturbing trend emerge, reminiscent of darker times. Ohio and Georgia have passed laws that ban abortions after just six weeks—often before many women even realize they are pregnant—without exceptions for cases of rape, incest, or the health of the mother. Missouri’s Senate has followed suit, banning abortions after eight weeks, while Alabama has taken it a shocking step further by outlawing all abortions and criminalizing both providers and patients.
Feeling uneasy yet? Because we are living through a real-life horror show.
The Hypocrisy of the Pro-Life Movement
What compounds this fear is the glaring hypocrisy within the pro-life movement. Let’s be honest: it was never truly about preserving life. If that were the case, the existence of the death penalty wouldn’t make sense. Here we are, where a deceased person has more bodily autonomy than a pregnant individual.
Alabama may preach about “life,” yet their actions tell a different story. If they genuinely cared about reducing abortions, there are far more effective, compassionate, and less oppressive ways to achieve that goal. Once that child they’re so intent on saving arrives, their concern often evaporates. And heaven forbid a mother tries to breastfeed in public!
If they truly want to protect life, why not advocate for stronger gun control measures?
Sharing Our Stories
Across social media and in everyday conversations, we’re bravely sharing our stories about miscarriages, abortions, and sexual violence in an effort to be treated like human beings. What we really want to communicate is this:
This situation requires a serious reevaluation of priorities.
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Conclusion
In summary, the hypocrisy in the pro-life movement highlights a troubling disregard for the complexities of women’s lives and choices. True advocacy for life should encompass more than just the unborn; it should extend to support for mothers and families, ensuring their well-being and access to necessary resources.