Advances in science and medical technology have completely destroyed the various myths used to support this "barbaric sacrament". Yet, its defenders and proponents continue with the same blind fervor as always.
Follow the money that goes into both groups to fight this and you will see why neither group wants to change. I think social issues belong in the States but neither pro-life or pro-abortion groups are going to support that effort. They bring in big bucks to keep fighting the issue.