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Abortion Quote by Ronald Reagan

“With regard to the freedom of the individual for choice with regard to abortion, there is one individual who is not being considered at all, and that is the one who is being aborted. And I have noticed that everybody that is for abortion has already been born.” quote by Ronald Reagan
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“With regard to the freedom of the individual for choice with regard to abortion, there is one individual who is not being considered at all, and that is the one who is being aborted. And I have noticed that everybody that is for abortion has already been born.”

Ronald Reagan

About This Quote

Source Speech: Remarks on Abortion, Ronald Reagan, 1980

The argument highlights that the fetus, as a potential person, is ignored in abortion debates, emphasizing moral inconsistency.

In simple terms: Abortion debates ignore the unborn.

Key Takeaway

Consider the rights of the unborn.

Themes

ethics life politics rights

Mood

controversial thought‑provoking

Type

political ethical

When to use this quote

  • public debate
  • legislative discussion
  • personal belief

Key Concepts

moral philosophy policy critique

Questions to Reflect On

  • Who decides the moral status of a fetus?
  • How should society balance competing rights?
A Different Perspective

The unborn cannot voice their own interests.

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