Abortion Quote by Katha Pollitt
“We need to say that women have sex, have abortions, are at peace with the decision and move on with their lives. We need to say that is their right, and, moreover, it’s good for everyone that they have this right: The whole society benefits when motherhood is voluntary. When we gloss over these truths we unintentionally promote the very stigma we’re trying to combat.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Right to Choose” by Katha Pollitt, 2020
Advocates that voluntary motherhood benefits individuals and society, and that denying this right creates stigma.
In simple terms: Voluntary motherhood helps everyone; denying it fuels stigma.
Key Takeaway
Support reproductive rights and normalize voluntary motherhood.
Themes
reproductive rights
gender equality
social welfare
stigma reduction
Mood
empathetic
determined
hopeful
Type
political
advocacy
educational
When to use this quote
- policy debates
- healthcare counseling
- education programs
- media discussions
Key Concepts
autonomy
public health
social cohesion
Questions to Reflect On
- How does voluntary motherhood impact societal health?
- What policies best protect reproductive autonomy?
A Different Perspective
Opposition may argue moral or religious concerns that conflict with individual autonomy.
