Abortion Quote by Jacob M. Appel
“Much as we do not permit convicted pedophiles to teach kindergarten or convicted hijackers to board airplanes, common sense dictates that individuals who have been imprisoned for plotting violence against abortion clinics should never again be permitted anywhere near such facilities.”
About This Quote
Source Opinion Essay: Ethics of Post‑Incarceration Access, Jacob M. Appel, 2020
The author argues that people convicted of violent anti‑abortion acts should be barred from any proximity to clinics, likening it to other dangerous professions.
In simple terms: Violent anti‑abortion criminals should stay away from clinics.
Key Takeaway
Restrict access for safety.
Themes
ethics
public safety
justice
Mood
concerned
serious
Type
policy
ethical
When to use this quote
- policy drafting
- clinic security
- legislative hearings
Key Concepts
re‑entry
risk assessment
Questions to Reflect On
- How should society weigh redemption against risk?
- Are blanket bans ever justified?
A Different Perspective
Balancing rehabilitation with community protection is complex.
