Theology in the Raw

Is Abortion Ever Morally Permissible? Lila Rose

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Jun 26, 2025
Lila Rose, an influential anti-abortion activist and founder of Live Action, shares her personal journey towards becoming a pro-life advocate, sparked by a transformative childhood experience. She articulates a compelling moral argument against abortion, delving into the complexities of consciousness, personhood, and the ethical implications of aborting unborn children diagnosed with disabilities. Lila also tackles the intersection of systemic racism and abortion, urging empathy in dialogues about this contentious issue while challenging the pro-life movement to support families post-birth.
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Lila Rose's Activism Origin Story

  • Lila Rose became passionate about abortion activism after seeing graphic images of fetal development and abortion violence.
  • This deeply convicted her and inspired her to start Live Action to educate people about abortion.
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Moral Argument Against Abortion

  • The moral argument against abortion: killing innocent human beings is always wrong.
  • The unborn is scientifically a human life and thus has rights, including the fundamental right to life.
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Personhood Distinction Is Arbitrary

  • Distinction between 'life' and 'personhood' is arbitrary and historically harmful.
  • Human rights belong to all humans, not only those deemed 'persons,' preventing dangerous devaluation.
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