Abortion Quote by Ronald Reagan
“Unless and until it can be proven that an unborn child is not a living human being, can we justify assuming without proof that it isn't? No one has yet offered such proof; indeed, all the evidence is to the contrary.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Pro‑Life Rally, 1984
Without evidence that an unborn child lacks humanity, assuming it isn’t human is unjustified.
In simple terms: Assume humanity unless proven otherwise.
Key Takeaway
Respect potential life until disproved.
Themes
ethics
life
justice
Mood
serious
thoughtful
Type
ethical
political
When to use this quote
- medical policy debates
- legislative hearings
- public discourse
Key Concepts
bioethics
philosophy of personhood
Questions to Reflect On
- What moral responsibilities arise from uncertainty?
- How should law address unknown status?
A Different Perspective
Scientific proof of non‑human status is impossible.
