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October 17th, 2007

Abortion Equally Prevalent Whether Legal or Illegal

Thanks to my friend Tara for forwarding me CNN Health’s recent comments on the commonality of abortion where it’s illegal compared with where it’s legal.
In a study examining abortion trends from 1995 to 2003, experts also found that abortion rates are virtually equal in rich and poor countries, and that half of all abortions worldwide […]

By Kristen King -- 4 comments

July 11th, 2007

Should 14-Year-Olds Be Allowed to Have Sex Legally?

According to a recent Fox News report, a new law in Indiana makes it legal for teenagers to have sex so long as they’re no more than 4 years apart in age.

Public Law 216 creates a legal defense, nicknamed the “Romeo and Juliet defense,” against charges of sexual misconduct with a minor. The law […]

By Kristen King -- 65 comments