Following Texas’s abortion ban, a sharp increase in infant mortality and abandoned newborns has been observed, with babies found dead in various locations. This surge is directly linked to the abortion ban, compounded by reduced funding for prenatal care and family planning, and fear of deportation among undocumented immigrants seeking medical assistance. Despite a “safe haven” law, lack of funding and awareness campaigns renders it ineffective, highlighting a lack of genuine concern for infant lives by Texas Republicans. Instead of supporting such programs, resources are funneled into crisis pregnancy centers, revealing a prioritization of punishment over the well-being of women and infants.
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The sadness surrounding the case of the mother arrested in connection with the cold case death of her newborn daughter found in a California dumpster 37 years ago is overwhelming. The tragedy of an innocent life lost in such a heinous manner is something that is hard to fathom. As information comes to light about the circumstances surrounding this case, it’s hard not to question the priorities and resources being allocated to these types of investigations.
The fact that there are laws in place now, such as the “Safe Arms for Newborns” law passed in 2001, that allow parents to confidentially surrender newborns to hospitals or fire stations without fear of prosecution is a crucial piece of information that sheds light on the lack of options available to young mothers in the past.… Continue reading
The news of baby Elsa, the third newborn deserted by the same parents, is both heartbreaking and disturbing. It makes me wonder about the potential existence of other abandoned babies who were never found, creating a chilling pattern that raises alarming questions about the circumstances surrounding these tragic events. The fact that this is the third known instance of newborn abandonment by the same parents is a stark reminder of the complexities and darkness that can exist within human relationships.
The details surrounding baby Elsa’s abandonment, being discovered in sub-zero temperatures on the coldest night of the year, evoke a sense of horror and sadness.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker