embryo ruling

Nikki Haley Desperately Tries to Walk Back Comment on Alabama Embryo Ruling

I can’t help but feel astonished by the recent controversy surrounding Nikki Haley’s comments on the Alabama Supreme Court embryo ruling. The rush to defend a ruling that classifies single-celled, fertilized eggs as children highlights the challenges of defending the indefensible. As a rational American, I cannot comprehend how personal religious beliefs are being imposed as secular law. The establishment clause seems to be overlooked in this situation, as the religious edict of Christian fundamentalists is prioritized over other major world religions’ beliefs regarding the beginning of life.

Cases like the Alabama ruling are not solely about IVF or abortion; they are strategic moves to challenge SCOTUS on personhood and viability.… Continue reading