We were trying to save lives, not cause offence
I WOULD like to respond to Mr D Carter's letter (Tuesday) regarding what he called the 'inappropriate protest' of 'anti-abortion protesters' at the Olympic torch celebrations on the Hoe.
I am one of the people whom he has labelled that way. I, along with 15 other people, distributed leaflets. These were given to people to inform them of the tragedy and scale of abortion in our land. We didn't shout at anybody, nor did we seek to cause offence. Mr Carter said of himself "I express no opinion on the issue of abortion." However I would respectfully ask him to express an opinion about the information given on the leaflet. Part of it read: "70 days: the time it takes for the Olympic torch to travel from Land's End to the Olympic stadium. 70 days: during the same time over 40,000 unborn babies are killed by abortion in Britain."
On the back of the leaflet was writ: "Be a torch bearer for unborn children." The leaflet explains the amazing process which takes place from day 1 of conception until birth, and gives the information that "one abortion takes place every three minutes in Britain today."
Why it is inappropriate to hand out a leaflet showing factual information about the scale of abortion and scientific information concerning the process of a baby's development? We spoke to many people, the vast majority of whom were supportive of what we were doing. We were considerate, polite and had many friendly conversations with people of all ages.
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Yes we did get shouted at angrily by a couple of people. We did not respond in anger but continued to do what we were there for, giving out information that will hopefully cause some people to seriously think about the issue of abortion. What part of this is inappropriate? Mr Carter is entitled to his view, and I respect his right to give it. However unborn children cannot express their views. I felt Mr Carter insinuated in his letter that we were there intending to cause offence to people. There was nothing further from our minds. We were there to save the lives of babies.
Since the 1967 abortion act we have aborted in excess of 7.5 million babies in the UK. We feel it is time for people to speak up. You may express no opinion about these deaths Mr Carter, but please don't criticise those who do.
ARTHUR WOODE
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Comments
by crazypenguin
Saturday, May 26 2012, 7:06PM
“heres an idea arthur stop forcing your beliefs on others and dont target an event with children around for such propaganda, as stated on another members post if youd have gone near my kids with your propaganda campaign id have got more then `shouty` with you, absolutly disgusting, maybe I would respect your beliefs if you werent trying to force them on people in such a way, as it is ive as much respect for your kind as what comes out of my ****.”
by Bruzercat
Saturday, May 26 2012, 4:22PM
“The woman decides and society supports her decision...that's the way it should be. When a small minority of public-minded citizens try to take away that decision it is they who should be ashamed...”
by Johnny_Brant
Saturday, May 26 2012, 3:57PM
“It's understandable if a baby has to be aborted because of serious health complications with it or its mother, but women who abort healthy babies simply because having a baby would be "inconvenient" should be ashamed of themselves, and so should the doctor who did it.”
by pipmonster
Saturday, May 26 2012, 2:52PM
“@ Gemitus, yes organised for the 'Olympics' not for protestor's to protest at and free load off the organised event, any protestor's not just anti-abortionist's. I have not shared my views on this subject you have no idea if I agree or disagree with abortion, I just think it is rude to hi-jack someone else's event with all of the hard work and preparation that goes in to it before.
@timplymouth I thought you had actual knowledge of this as your usually so factual in your posts.”
by Devonview
Saturday, May 26 2012, 2:35PM
“I think there are legitimate arguments both in favour and against abortion. In the end, with safeguards, I think that its availability is a necessity. The subtleties of the argument simply don't lend themselves to sound-bites on here.
However, as for the anti-abortion demo - I have no problem with that at all. It's in a democracy that these sorts of things are allowed. It's one of the things we should be fighting to enable in this country. Nobody has the right to not be offended.
My experience is that lots of pro-lifers are Christians. I would hope that they would be similarly accepting of demonstrations at their church services.”
by Claire_Teach
Saturday, May 26 2012, 2:10PM
“"All these people having abortions for no reason"
If you honestly think this, I suggest you do a little research.”
by Tessa43
Saturday, May 26 2012, 1:18PM
“Sometimes there is no choice. I do not believe in abortion unless the person has been raped, the child would have no life to speak of or it would be dangerous for the mother to carry on with the pregnancy. I was one of the latter but still refused, the decision was taken out of my hands when I nearly bled to death. My baby was already dead but I was not told this. All these people having abortions for no reason need to think of those who can't have children and think how lucky they are. If they don't want the child there are plenty of childless couples out there who would give that child a fantastic home filled with love. Losing a child is so hard, take it from me. I have lost a baby girl at 3 weeks and the little one explained above. I think those who want an abortion should be made to go through the labour pains and delivery just like those who miscarry. Maybe that would change their minds.”
by Magical123
Saturday, May 26 2012, 1:16PM
“Your public stance and opinion are extremely offensive to women seeking terminations whom you would condemn to back street abortions /terminations or unwanted and unloved children who you would condemn to the abuse of the care system which is already unable to cope . Might I suggest if you have any care or thought for LIFE that you concern yourself with the 22,000 children on this bountiful planet who die of starvation each and every single day and stop harassing women who have a difficult enough time of it already and those who would help them by providing safe and clean advice , consultation and terminations. SHAME on YOU !”
by timplymouth
Saturday, May 26 2012, 12:44PM
“pipmonster, I didn't say it happened. I was just asking Bruzercat whether he truly thought it was ALWAYS the woman's inalienable right to decide. Currently we have laws that take away that 'inalienable right' after a certain number of weeks.”
by Distressing
Saturday, May 26 2012, 11:52AM
“Anyone who checks my comment history can see that I normally like to leave reasoned comments but on this occasion I am just going to say that Gemitus, for so many reasons, you are an idiot.
Also, the Olympic relay was just that, not an opportunity for axe-grinders to take advantage of large crowds that they wouldnever normally have access to because of the general stupidity of their message.”