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Here's how I see it.
All pregnancies should be between 2 consenting, non-related fully educated adults who are in a committed and stable relationship. Neither adult would be a drug, tobacco or alcohol user and the mother would know upon first day of first missed period that she is pregnant and would seek medical attention immediately. After 9 months she would go to the hospital and give birth to a perfectly healthy and happy baby and due to her insurance there would be no bill upon departure.
Great. So how many errors come into play there? Yes, I would prefer no late term abortions happen, and yes, it seems retarded that a woman would wait this long to do something so traumatizing to mother, child and society. Yes, I would prefer that at this late stage she would give birth to the baby and give it up for adoption (if it's viable, SOMEBODY will want it, even if it's a preemy). But there are sooooo many scenarios where you can justify this horrific process (late term abortion, not what this freak doctor did) that it should not be illegal. However, good counseling should coincide.
Let's face it, this is not happening to the 17 year old prom queen who's afraid to tell for fear of getting kicked off the cheer leading squad. These women are in utterly desperate situations and they need support and guidance, not crucifixion.
This doctor, however? Put him in prison and let the rest of the population know what he did. The death penalty is too good for this guy.
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