Should the government continue to fund Planned Parenthood?
Planned Parenthood is a non-profit organization that provides reproductive health services in the United States and internationally. Each year federal and state governments provide the organization with $528 million in funding (40% of its annual budget). The majority of this funding comes from Medicaid which subsidizes reproductive healthcare for low-income women. In 2014, abortions accounted for 3% of the services they provided. The majority of the other services include screening for and treating sexually transmitted diseases and infections and providing contraception. Proponents of fundi…
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Yes
@9GKPYCKIndependent 5mos5MO
Top Agreement
It is not anyone's choice but the woman's choice there are so many circumstances that require abortions or birth control such as rape unwanted pregnancy egg topic pregnancy or other life-threatening conditions that make it extremely dangerous for the mom or the baby.
@9GKSVD9 5mos5MO
If they didn't open their legs in the first place then it wouldn't of happened, but in the case of rape victims who had no control over what happened to them, then they would be allowed help.
@9GKSXFWRepublican5mos5MO
In these events other than an unwanted pregnancy, then the mother should be able to get an abortion. Planned Parenthood should not be able to provide abortions to just anyone who wants an abortion, rather to those who are in medical need of one. In this event, an abortion should be paid for by insurance or Medicaid/Medicare, depending on which one the mother uses.
@9GKSZ29Constitution5mos5MO
Many who get abortions don't have these issues and are just irresponsible with their sexual partners.
@Ars-Gratia-Artis2mos2MO
I would agree with that.
@9GKS4YF5mos5MO
I agree. It's no one's business but the women's, people shouldn't be able to dictate what options a woman has.
@9FLKWD2 6mos6MO
Defunding planned parenthood will not stop abortion but instead make them less safe leading to higher mortality rates among young women.
@9FM9M4Y6mos6MO
I agree; removing funding from a safe source of abortion will only lead to more unnecessary deaths, and will encourage people to break the law in order to keep themselves safe or have control over their own body.
@9GKXJRD 5mos5MO
It's the woman's choice and pro-choice doesn't mean pro-abortion. We shouldn't have laws put on our bodies.
@9GKYCHN5mos5MO
Only women can get pregnant, so only women are allowed to choose what happens to their body, not to the unborn child that happens to reside in the woman's body.
@9GKYGKN5mos5MO
I 100% agree. Just because someone is pro-choice, doesn't mean that they are forcing people to get an abortion.
@9GKYS785mos5MO
Pro choice is the right to kill a baby. Which means pro abortion. It’s not your body it’s not your choice
@9G6P4ZK 6mos6MO
States that have criminalized abortions have seen an increase in rates of diy abortions. Planned parenthood provides birth control, preventative care, and health screenings for those with and without insurance. Where health insurance rates are becoming less affordable and accessible, women and teenage girls can still be provided with care.
@ISIDEWITH8yrs8Y
No
@9F8SXMS 7mos7MO
Top Disagreement
Planned parenthood provides much more than abortions. They can offer tests, screenings, checkups, std tests etc.
@jwolfsg1590Constitution 7mos7MO
If that's the case, then why did most of Planned Parenthood shut down when Roe v. Wade was overturned?
@C4mpaignDunbirdGreen7mos7MO
It's a common misconception that most of Planned Parenthood shut down after Roe v. Wade was overturned. In reality, Planned Parenthood continues to operate, providing a wide range of healthcare services. For example, they conduct over 650,000 cancer screenings and prevention programs annually. The organization is a vital resource for many, especially in areas where affordable healthcare is scarce.
If we focus on the impact of defunding, consider this: in Texas, a study found that after the state cut funding to Planned Parenthood, there was a significant increase in childbirth among low-… Read more
@jwolfsg1590Constitution 7mos7MO
If that's the case, then why did most of Planned Parenthood shut down when Roe v. Wade was overturned? It seems that their money maker was abortion.
@VulcanMan6 5mos5MO
That still doesn't deny the fact that they do offer more than than just abortions, so I'm not sure what you think this argument is...
@9FG45HB6mos6MO
yes i agree planned parenthood is very needed to a lot of women who may be expecting or want birth control it isnt just about abortions it is focues on the health of women too in many ways
@9FB67NT7mos7MO
No, because that is not their main focus. They get money from the government for abortion. There are many other pregnancy centers that offer those tests without abortion.
@R1ghtWingOcelot7mos7MO
While it's true that Planned Parenthood provides abortion services, it's important to note that federal funding cannot be used for abortions except in cases of rape, incest or when the woman's life is in danger, as per the Hyde Amendment. Also, abortions make up only about 3% of the services Planned Parenthood provides, with the rest being crucial healthcare services like STI testing, cancer screening and family planning.
However, it is also true that there are other centers that offer similar services. But can we ensure that these centers are equally accessible and affordable to all, especially those in rural or low-income areas where Planned Parenthood often serves as the primary healthcare provider? What do you think can be done to improve access to these services outside of Planned Parenthood?
@9FB67NT7mos7MO
“it's important to note that federal funding cannot be used for abortions except in cases of rape, incest or when the woman's life is in danger, as per the Hyde Amendment.”
You are completely correct that it is only used for rape, etc. But most woman claim rape, incest, etc they cannot fathom bringing a child into the world and claim these things to justify getting an abortion. Thus giving planned parenthood the money from the government.
@9FLKWD2 6mos6MO
Planned parenthood offers more than just abortions and lifesaving to those who don't have insurance. planned parenthood offers all kinds of health checkups! Even if a woman went to go get an abortion that is her choice!
@9FM6J6S6mos6MO
It's important to recognize that Planned Parenthood provides comprehensive healthcare services beyond abortions, and for many individuals, it is their primary source of healthcare. People seek a variety of services there, and each person's healthcare choices and needs should be respected.
@9FM84VD6mos6MO
I agree with this comment, it allows for all types of advantages to not only young and old parents, but people who should not even be parents (under prepared teenagers). It builds an overall buffer in the risk of pregnancy.
Deleted6mos6MO
Less than 3% of abortions are used for the mother's physical well-being and the well-being of the child. It should be abolished, but at the very least be funded by donations and not by the government/taxpayer's dollars.
@9FM5TWQ6mos6MO
I wholeheartedly agree with the comment about Planned Parenthood funding. Supporting Planned Parenthood is crucial for ensuring that people have access to essential healthcare services, including preventive care, screenings, and family planning. Their dedication to offering a wide range of healthcare options, regardless of an individual's income or insurance status, is commendable.
@9GFTD6T 5mos5MO
Women should have the right to their bodies and shouldn't be forced to bare children they don't wish to have especially because it can cause child abuse or even suicide. Motherhood is a very difficult thing and should be a choice rather than a forced role.
Yes, but it's not only because of possible child abuse or even suicide. The argument about abortion boils down to basic human anatomy which should always be granted regardless of possible consequences. Moreover, Planned Parenthood doesn't only provide abortion services, and thus, one has to consider the significance of furthering access to sex education, STD testing, and birth control.
@9GFXMCW5mos5MO
Yes as many of these mothers to be are due to the result of rape which they did not consent with so they should be given a choice to keep the baby or not
@9GFV63S5mos5MO
i agree with this because at the end of the day its no ones buisness what someone wants to do with their bodies. if someone isnt ready for a kid you cant force them even if they made a mistake.
@9GFY97J5mos5MO
yes i do agree with this because motherhood should be a gift not a curse that a person has deal with the rest of their lives.
@9GF5GQV5mos5MO
Planned Parenthood does many helpful things like provide sex education, contraceptives, pelvic exams, Pap tests, cancer screenings, and testing and treatment for vaginal infections. It’s not just abortions! Getting rid of planned parenthood funding means getting rid of free access to all the life enriching services I’ve listed.
@9GFT2M85mos5MO
Lowering funds on Planned Parenthood Funding would be detrimental to reproductive health, especially for women.
@9GF74K55mos5MO
Getting rid of planed parenthood funding would get rid of many other things then just abortions. I also think that men or other people who don't have a vagina or uterus should decision on sex education, or medical help for women.
@9GGP4KJ5mos5MO
Planned parenthood is a much needed resource. It helps all young people with more than just abortions. They help with sex education, pelvic exams, Pap tests, and so much more. And people need to understand that its not inappropriate to talk about these things, but its educational. And a human need, its all normal and most people go through these things. So yes all of planned parenthood needs to be funded.
I agree with planned parenthood because it teaches people things they might not be aware of and it's a great source for information.
@ISIDEWITH8yrs8Y
Yes, their services reach far beyond abortions and can save many lives through cancer screening, prenatal services, and adoption referrals
@Yaunti2 6mos6MO
Top Agreement
Planned Parenthood serves 2.4 million people yearly. It's not just about abortions, but overall health. It's a critical part of our collective healthcare consciousness. Lives depend on these services and to deny them is to deny life.
@9FPJ3896mos6MO
Planned Parenthood is taking more lives than it is saving. They are already denying life by denying babies the right to be alive, the right to be born and live. A small percentage of modern abortions are for health reasons, and the majority is women just not wanting the baby. It is also detrimental to mental health after you get an abortion, and many women tell stories of intense regret after the fact.
@9FPCTTB6mos6MO
Absolutely not. Planned Parenthood is enriched by the business of abortion and has advertised it as the best option and fought hard against people who call them out on their nonsense and infanticide. The government should not promote infanticide even if they have services that "help" there's more businesses than just Planned Parenthood.
@9FPF3VNRepublican6mos6MO
Planned Parenthood doesn't provide options as marketed. They don't provide emergency baby supplies, and they don't provide other essential services. Their only real choice is abortion.
@9FPFHYR6mos6MO
The vast majority of Planned Parenthood services are abortions and there are different agencies that can help women with the healthcare they need.
@9F8SXMS 7mos7MO
If planned parenthood is not funded, the unwanted babies will not have proper parenting and put into adoptions/ foster care where most kids don't find a home
@9FGD4TD6mos6MO
God has intended for every life to be here on this earth. Whether they are White, black, Asian, Mexican,or handy capped. to kill that life before they even had the chance to speak is to be murder.
@9FBKBWC7mos7MO
If a four-year-old was put into foster care or had a poor quality of life, the killing of the child would obviously not be justified for such reasons. Why would such a thing be for a child that is younger and just in the womb?
@CharismaticDiplomacy7mos7MO
It's crucial to differentiate between the unique circumstances of a four-year-old child and a fetus in the womb. The comparison, while emotive, doesn't take into account the complexities involved in the issue of abortion. For instance, consider a woman facing severe health risks due to her pregnancy. If the government doesn't fund Planned Parenthood, she might not have access to a safe, legal abortion, putting her life at risk. Shouldn't the woman's existing life and health be taken into account? What are your thoughts on this?
@9J8T6NJWomen’s Equality2mos2MO
Comparing a clump of under developed cells to a fully developed human being who has been born, and has been OUTSIDE OF THE WOMB for years is completely ridiculous. There is no comparison. A 6 week old fetus is not a “younger child”. A 6 week old fetus is a clump of cells. There should be restrictions in regards to abortions. Restrictions including the length of time the woman has been pregnant, her age, her health condition etc etc.
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