Pro choice is a term used to describe the belief that women should have the right to choose whether or not to have an abortion. This belief is often compared to pro-life, which is the belief that abortion should be illegal. One of the main arguments between pro-choice and pro-life is when life begins.
Conception
Pro-choice individuals believe that life begins at conception. They argue that a fertilized egg has the potential to become a human being but is not yet a human being. Therefore, they believe that women should have the right to choose whether or not to terminate a pregnancy, as it is not yet a life.
Viability
Others argue that life begins at viability. Viability refers to the point in a pregnancy when a fetus can survive outside of the womb. They argue that this is the point when the fetus becomes a human being and should be protected by law.
Birth
Some pro-choice individuals believe that life begins at birth. They argue that until a baby is born, it is not a human being and therefore, does not have the same rights as a person.
Brain Activity
Another argument is that life begins when there is brain activity. They believe that the ability to think, feel, and perceive is essential to being human. Therefore, until a fetus has brain activity, it is not yet a human being.
Quickening
Quickening refers to the point in a pregnancy when the mother can feel the fetus moving. Some pro-choice individuals believe that life begins at quickening. They argue that this is the point when the fetus becomes a separate entity from the mother and should be protected by law.
Religious Beliefs
Religious beliefs also influence when pro-choice individuals believe life begins. Some believe that life begins at conception because the Bible states that God knew us before we were born. Others believe that life begins at birth because the Bible says that life begins with the first breath.
Conclusion
Overall, there is no clear consensus among pro-choice individuals about when life begins. It is a complex and personal belief that depends on various factors such as scientific evidence, religious beliefs, and personal experiences. Ultimately, it is up to each individual to decide when they believe life begins and how it affects their beliefs about abortion.