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In reply to the discussion: For those of you wondering why they didn't use Planned Parenthood for their abortion [View all]Feral Child
(2,086 posts)The law can't be expected to make exceptions simply because life was difficult for this woman. She might have, instead, stolen a car to get the girl to a clinic. Should the law absolve of her of any crime, because she was in a difficult position?
You know that they wouldn't and you wouldn't expect it.
I agree that abortion needs to be reliable, available and affordable for all. It should be the center plank of the Democrat platform.
Unfortunately, it isn't readily available.
If she'd burgled a pharmacy for appropriate meds, Would that be OK with you?
What if she'd robbed a pharmacy at gunpoint?
Is any crime excusable because it's connected to the need for an abortion?
Take "abortion" out of the equation. Now the child has a Flagyl-resistant C-diff infection. The required medicine cost about $1300, a bitter "pill" of it's own.
Is it OK for her to internet shop for a cheaper alternative, even though she has no prescription? Or are you making excuses because the word "abortion" is involved?
EDIT: BTW, I had no reason to ask your occupation. Since YOU brought up experience, I thought it just to elaborate on mine, lest you assume I'm a stranger to life's foibles. Also, thank you for your service.