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Abortion Quote by Ronald Reagan

“One day, a pretty, fresh-faced young lady - intelligent and sincerely concerned - asked me if abortion wasn't preferable to making a young, unmarried girl have a baby she didn't want and which would, therefore, grow up unloved and probably turn out to be a criminal. I gave an answer which…” quote by Ronald Reagan
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“One day, a pretty, fresh-faced young lady - intelligent and sincerely concerned - asked me if abortion wasn't preferable to making a young, unmarried girl have a baby she didn't want and which would, therefore, grow up unloved and probably turn out to be a criminal. I gave an answer which apparently she hadn't considered. I told her there were literally millions of people in this country who wanted but could not have children and who waited eagerly, sometimes for years, to adopt the baby she had described.”

Ronald Reagan

About This Quote

Source Interview: Ronald Reagan on social issues, 1985

Adoption offers a loving alternative to unwanted pregnancy, emphasizing societal responsibility.

In simple terms: Adoption can replace abortion as a solution.

Key Takeaway

Consider adoption as a compassionate option.

Themes

family choice responsibility society

Mood

reflective concerned

Type

political ethical

When to use this quote

  • unplanned pregnancy
  • adoption agencies
  • family planning
  • social services

Key Concepts

Ethics policy social welfare

Questions to Reflect On

  • What support is needed for adoptive families?
  • How can society better address unwanted pregnancies?
A Different Perspective

Adoption may not be feasible for all.

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