How can abortion be part of women’s care?

Larry was killed in a car accident nearly a half-century ago. Now, when I see his grave, I remember the 17-year-old boy. He remained young while I graduated, married and had children and grandchildren. I wonder about Larry the man, the father, the grandfather who will never be.

Similarly, abortion denies our unborn the opportunity to grow old. They will never be children, parents and grandparents. Abortion victims have a lot in common with Larry, but there are differences, too. Larry's death was an accident, and he has a marked grave.

Larry's death was a shock to me, but he was not my child, and I did not take his life. I am certain that it is far worse for a woman who has had an abortion. There are many heartbreaking articles on the Internet.

I find it shocking that abortion could be considered a part of “women's health care” that should be funded by taxes. But, I am not giving up. I believe we always will have great leaders to bring our nation back to its founding principles. I encourage everyone to read Sarah Palin's book to find out how we can help.

Edith A. Muth

Marion