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Is Being Pro-Life Enough? with Abortion Abolitionist Bradley Pierce

Dec 6, 2023

Constitutional lawyer and abortion abolitionist Bradley Pierce discusses the differences between the pro-life and abolitionist movements, the potential unintended consequences of extreme views, and the controversial topic of criminalizing mothers for abortions. The podcast also explores the failures of certain states in making progress towards abortion legislation and the discrimination that can arise in the pro-life movement.

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Abortion abolitionists aim to make abortion illegal for everyone, including mothers, by removing exceptions and enforcing equal protection under the law.

Abolitionists reject the strategy of incrementalism and emphasize maintaining unwavering consistency in opposing abortion and protecting the rights of the unborn.

Abortion abolitionists assert that the primary function of government is to protect innocent life and administer justice, refuting the concern of excessive government intrusion following the criminalization of abortion.

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The Goal of Abortion Abolitionism

The goal of abortion abolitionism is to glorify God and obey His commandments. It stems from the belief that all fetuses are human beings entitled to the same rights and protection as any other person. The movement aims to make abortion illegal for everyone, including mothers, by removing exceptions and enforcing equal protection under the law. Abolitionists emphasize the importance of preaching the gospel, repentance, and promoting a Christian ethic in their fight against abortion.

Introduction

2min

Fighting for the Rights of Preborn Children

5min

Abortion Laws and State Control

4min

Choosing to Save a Born Child vs. Embryos

10min

Advocating for Equal Protection and Prosecution of Mothers in the Abortion Abolition Movement

3min

Differences between Abortion Abolition and the Pro-Life Movement

4min

Approach of the Pro-Life Movement and Discrimination

26min

Many Christians would claim to be pro-life. But a growing movement of Christians called abortion abolitionists believe that simply being pro-life isn’t enough, putting them at odds with the traditional, mainstream pro-life movement. So, what’s the difference between the pro-life and abolitionist movements? Today, Keith finds out when he talks with one of the best representatives of the abolitionist movement, Bradley Pierce. Bradley is a constitutional lawyer in Texas and part of the Foundation to Abolish Abortion. You’ll hear him define the abolitionist movement and explain where he believes the pro-life movement has compromised their cause. He’ll share his disagreements with pro-life leadership and whether or not he believes there should ever be any exceptions for abortion. Plus, should mothers really be criminalized for abortions, and what are the problems with giving the government that much power? Could the abortion abolitionist movement unintentionally lead to more abortions due to its extreme views? Listen now!

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