by Patti Smith – Regional Coordinator for San Diego, CA
The recent Supreme Court decision, Woman’s Whole Health v. Hellerstedt, struck down Texas’ ruling that would have protected women’s health at abortion facilities.
The court agreed with Planned Parenthood and other abortion providers that Texas law would limit access to abortion. They argue “access” but let’s get real … they just don’t want to lower their profit margins. Once again the almighty dollar is considered more important than life. Not only can Planned Parenthood sell baby body parts, but also operate facilities without adhering to the same health codes as outpatient facilities and abortionists won’t have to deal with their “mistakes”.
When will people lift the blindfold and see the truth? Yes, I am against abortion. I experienced the devastating after-effects. BUT until Roe v Wade is overturned, there should be laws to protect the health and well-being of women seeking those services – to assure the procedure is safe and that the abortionist has hospital admitting privileges in emergencies.
The pro-choice community should be appalled at the Supreme Court’s decision …. after all, aren’t they the ones claiming to be the protectors of women’s rights? Hmmmmm.
This is far from over, and I for one will never give up fighting for life…The life of the child and of the mother.
By the way ….
Planned Parenthood’s most popular slogan needs to be changed:
Planned Parenthood: Care, no matter what. (Unless it is inconvenient or cuts into our profit margin)
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