Contraceptives and Abortion

Abortion is one of the most controversial issues in society today. Both the pros and cons for abortion are very compelling, and the struggle between pro-life and pro-choice supporters has been long and brutal. Although each faction will say that the other is wrong, the verdict on abortion remains a matter of personal opinion. A more important question, therefore, is whether or not abortion should be legal. Although this is also a matter which compels great debate, the fact is that legalized abortion is an option which protects the lives of women.
One only needs to look into American histo…