God bless Texas for protecting the life of the unborn child. Now, let's re-establish The Republic of Texas!
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TheArbitrator · 36-40, M
@Graylight In the early 1800s, abortions were legal in every state. It wasn't until the late 1800s that states begin to ban abortions. Anti-abortion legislation was back by the American Medical Association and other doctors who testified before Congress that human fetuses can feel pain. Science is what led to the ban on abortions.
Graylight · 51-55, F
@TheArbitrator The science on termination of pregnancy is very clear, you're correct. And still, you'd prefer to listen to 19th century science.
From: https://journalofethics.ama-assn.org/article/fetal-pain-legislation/2014-10
The preponderance of evidence stated that a 20-week fetus is unable to feel pain (Fetal awareness: review of research and recommendations for practice. Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists; 2010. http://www.rcog.org.uk/files/rcog-corp/RCOGFetalAwarenessWPR0610.pdf. Accessed August 21, 2014).
From: https://journalofethics.ama-assn.org/article/fetal-pain-legislation/2014-10