I hear you saying you’re casting your vote for Tom, and the sole reason is your pro-life stance. Even after witnessing all the complexities and controversies surrounding him, you insist that you cannot support anyone who doesn’t share your views on this crucial matter. You claim that the value of life is your ultimate priority.
I wish that were a genuine sentiment. In my view, your position leans more towards being anti-abortion rather than truly pro-life, which seems a more selective and convenient viewpoint on humanity. From where I stand, it appears that “life” to you encompasses a very limited group—one that closely resembles your own identity. Advocating for the unborn is often easier, as you can idealize them into something comfortable and familiar, reflecting your own values.
The truth is, your concern for life seems to evaporate once that life enters the world. It appears that your compassion has a shelf life that coincides with the birth process, suggesting that life is sacred only until delivery. For many, this sense of urgency about life diminishes when faced with the realities that come after birth.
If that life grows up to embrace a different faith, you might view it as a threat. If it identifies as LGBTQ, you may condemn it or even contribute to its suffering. If it’s a person of color, you might blame them for their circumstances rather than empathizing with their struggles. If that life is executed through capital punishment, you may celebrate it as justice served, without considering the humanity behind the action. If it faces economic hardships, you may dismiss it as lazy or unworthy of help.
If that life needs medical care or faces challenges due to its environment, your empathy seems to vanish. You might even judge it for its struggles and suggest that it should simply do better. If it is a victim of violence or discrimination, your reaction often leans towards blaming the victim rather than addressing the systemic issues at play.
I genuinely wish you were pro-life in the broader sense. I wish that every human being mattered to you, not just those who share your background. Once these diverse children come into a challenging world filled with obstacles, I hope you would extend your care beyond the womb.
Being truly pro-life would mean advocating for the eradication of poverty, racism, and violence. It would mean fighting for better education and health care for all children, regardless of their background. It would involve supporting single parents and those living with terminal illnesses, and ensuring that everyone has access to opportunities, not just those who fit a specific mold.
I advocate for all life because, in my belief, every life is sacred—not only when it begins but throughout its entirety. I stand for the dignity and worth of every person, irrespective of their faith, color, or sexual orientation. I wish we could join forces in this broader affirmation of life, creating a society that celebrates and uplifts all human beings.
In summary, if your pro-life stance only applies to a narrow group, it reflects a limited understanding of what it means to truly value life. A genuine pro-life perspective embraces all individuals and seeks to improve the quality of life in various aspects, advocating for a more inclusive and compassionate society.
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