I’m pro-choice, but after reading the article about Randall Terry, I have to admit that I admire him for putting his money where his mouth is by adopting those two children. And I especially liked the hard questions he posed to his fellow ant-abortionists. I’ve made similar comments on my Republican congressman’s Facebook page and have b…
I’m pro-choice, but after reading the article about Randall Terry, I have to admit that I admire him for putting his money where his mouth is by adopting those two children. And I especially liked the hard questions he posed to his fellow ant-abortionists. I’ve made similar comments on my Republican congressman’s Facebook page and have been criticized by anti-abortionists or have seen people react with “😆” emojis. The abortion issue, like the gun issue, will not be solved until the radicals on both sides are willing to sit down and have a civil discussion.
I know a 21 year old woman who’s mentally about 12 - 14 years old, if that much. What would her life be like if she were raped, becomes pregnant and is forced to bear that child? Would Randall Terry or any anti-abortionist willingly step up and adopt that child? I’m sure there is someone who would, but if not then what’s in store for that woman and her baby?
I know a widower whose only child is a daughter with the mental age of a seven-year old. She is high functioning, but dad needed a babysitter from time to time, usually Saturday mornings for golf with his buddies. He had his daughter sterilized at puberty to prevent any possible pregnancies, possibly as a consequence of one of the young male caregivers sent to his home by the agency that also provided the adult day care.
I had to wonder, as I read the Terry piece, “what kind of father would he actually be?” Not any kind of dad Id wish to have. Glad he adopted, I guess, but Ive had Students damaged beyond belief by religiously zealous fathers: Beaten, demeaned, threatened, etc. scary stuff.
I don't understand what you're asking. And I've scrolled up to try to find the italicized quote and it's just too long a thread and couldn't find it. I'm not making any generalization, I just was wondering what kind of father he'd make... And why can't I say I wouldn't want a religious zealot as a father? And I did share my experiences as a school teacher, is that what you think is a generalization? Look, I don't want to fight here. or anywhere... but I don't like to be accused of unfairness when I'm just sharing my personal observations and preferences. But okay... you got to lash out... hope you feel better now.
I’m pro-choice, but after reading the article about Randall Terry, I have to admit that I admire him for putting his money where his mouth is by adopting those two children. And I especially liked the hard questions he posed to his fellow ant-abortionists. I’ve made similar comments on my Republican congressman’s Facebook page and have been criticized by anti-abortionists or have seen people react with “😆” emojis. The abortion issue, like the gun issue, will not be solved until the radicals on both sides are willing to sit down and have a civil discussion.
I know a 21 year old woman who’s mentally about 12 - 14 years old, if that much. What would her life be like if she were raped, becomes pregnant and is forced to bear that child? Would Randall Terry or any anti-abortionist willingly step up and adopt that child? I’m sure there is someone who would, but if not then what’s in store for that woman and her baby?
For the time being I will remain pro-choice.
I know a widower whose only child is a daughter with the mental age of a seven-year old. She is high functioning, but dad needed a babysitter from time to time, usually Saturday mornings for golf with his buddies. He had his daughter sterilized at puberty to prevent any possible pregnancies, possibly as a consequence of one of the young male caregivers sent to his home by the agency that also provided the adult day care.
I had to wonder, as I read the Terry piece, “what kind of father would he actually be?” Not any kind of dad Id wish to have. Glad he adopted, I guess, but Ive had Students damaged beyond belief by religiously zealous fathers: Beaten, demeaned, threatened, etc. scary stuff.
Your are implying very unfair generalization. Based on the italicized quote, he sounds like a guy who has the integrity to be consistent.
I don't understand what you're asking. And I've scrolled up to try to find the italicized quote and it's just too long a thread and couldn't find it. I'm not making any generalization, I just was wondering what kind of father he'd make... And why can't I say I wouldn't want a religious zealot as a father? And I did share my experiences as a school teacher, is that what you think is a generalization? Look, I don't want to fight here. or anywhere... but I don't like to be accused of unfairness when I'm just sharing my personal observations and preferences. But okay... you got to lash out... hope you feel better now.
The italicized quote is in the article, not the comments. Sorry, I assumed we all read the article we are commenting on.