Justification of Abortion
Read:Listen: RadioLab 23 Weeks, 6 Days
Read: “Are the 21-year old Baby Doe Rules misunderstood or mistaken?” by Kopelman (E-Res)
Choose One:
Read: “tiniest babies, the toughest decisions” Hawryluk
Read: “A Disabled Life is Worth Living” by Mattlin
Read: “Rick Santorum: Meet My Son” by Rapp
Review: : Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Care Services: Part Four – Issues in Care at the Beginning of Life (pp. 23-28) .
Answer this question:
is abortion justified when the baby has a very significant disability? In your argument, analyze the case for Part 1 of this week (linked below) and use the readings/podcasts to inform your argument. AMA Virtual Mentor: Quality of Life and Prenatal Decisions