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Alive Quote by Ronald Reagan

“If you don't know whether a body is alive or dead, you would never bury it. I think this consideration itself should be enough for all of us to insist on protecting the unborn.” quote by Ronald Reagan
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“If you don't know whether a body is alive or dead, you would never bury it. I think this consideration itself should be enough for all of us to insist on protecting the unborn.”

Ronald Reagan

About This Quote

Source Speech: Remarks on Abortion, Ronald Reagan, 1981

The quote argues that uncertainty about a fetus's status justifies protecting it as if it were alive.

In simple terms: Uncertainty about life status demands protection.

Key Takeaway

Treat unborn as alive.

Themes

ethics prolife uncertainty

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

ethical political

When to use this quote

  • legislative debates
  • medical ethics
  • public policy
  • personal decisions

Key Concepts

moral philosophy precautionary principle

Questions to Reflect On

  • What are the risks of acting on uncertainty?
A Different Perspective

Does uncertainty always justify protection?

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