EagleAye
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The pro-life ideology has always seemed to me like it belongs in the liberal movement. It's far more in line with the general view-point of those who are against the death penalty in all circumstances than with the ideology, for example, that people who chose not to buy health insurance should just deal with the consequences and shouldn't be given healthcare. Liberals are also those who more often take the side of those who can't or are politically unable to speak for themselves . . . and I can think of no better example than unborn children.
I understand why pro-choice became a liberal staple during the period when being an unwed mother was basically a criminal offense in the eyes of society, though.
Totally with you there. Why is it that people who are pro-life are frequently pro-war (unless a democrat is in office)? Seems like inconsistent logic to me.