Ok—where has everyone been? They routinely give tests in this country that ferret out the risk of Downs syndrome in the fetus, and many, many of those babies are aborted.
I’m not pro abortion, but we need to stick with the facts here and not go down the rabbit hole of falsehoods routinely used by the other side, or we will lose all credibility.
Sara Palin on FOX last night was a prime example of this when she made the point that people were aborting Downs syndrome babies because they “looked and talked differently.” The truth is that these children are profoundly handicapped and also prone to a number of adverse health conditions that will likely render their lives much shorter than the standard US lifespan. You have to add on that the worry of the parents about who will look after these children once they are older and the birth parents are dead. There is a lot more to think about than just someone who “looks or sounds different.”
Having said this, every family I know with a Downs child loves that child intensely, and by all accounts, this relationship is a very special experience that teaches us all about unconditional love. Something to think about here, but we need to face all the truths.
First they came for those with Downs syndrome. I didn’t have Downs syndrome, so I did not care.
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“The truth is that these children are profoundly handicapped and also prone to a number of adverse health conditions that will likely render their lives much shorter than the standard US lifespan. You have to add on that the worry of the parents about who will look after these children once they are older and the birth parents are dead. There is a lot more to think about than just someone who “looks or sounds different.””
Most of much can be corrected. Downs people most commonly have cardiovascular problems that need tending to but if caught early and fixed are not a problem in the long run. There are a few other things but same rule applies fix them early.
The cost? I’m so glad you ask that! Far less expensive than treating a faggot with AIDS long term.