The New York Times - Pro-Life Article

New York Times Pro Life Article - Friedman, you little beauty.

http://www.nytimes.com/2012/10/28/opinion/sunday/friedman-why-i-am-pro-life.html?_r=1&

What an interesting and powerful read. Such a poignant article on the issue of abortion and the status of being 'pro-life'. And heck do I agree!

Thomas Friedman's recent addition to the New York Times is a very well written, thoroughly significant journalistic piece that I feel should be shared with as many people as possible. It has an extremely important message for all people, whether you consider yourself a supporter of pro-life or pro-choice. 

In relation to one's consideration of the sanctity of life in general, Friedman quickly assumes a tone of almost fierce interrogation, attempting to make his reader feel put on the spot so as to be in thought about not only the scope of general society's issues in terms of this topic, but also their own. It is a skillful manipulation of this style as whilst being straight to the point and quite harsh in regards to the topic, he manages to hold back any personal opinions or vices that may offend and turn the reader off finishing reading all together. It is a technique he has mastered soundly, something I wish to grow better at, however within saying this, I feel it stems mostly from the result of passion for that which he writes. 

The point of the article is to make people realise that to be 'pro-life' should not mean that one simply advocates for the right of the embryo and fetus from the point of conception to birth. Rather, he deems it is something which should extend itself over the full scope of all life and therefore include being in support of such things as an American as anti-gun laws, environmental protection and conservation programs, child welfare and education agencies, basic health care initiatives and so on. It is in this light I feel a strong sense of respect and agreement for Friedman and what he had had the guts to proclaim in one of the world's most famous journalistic arenas. 

Without delving into the controversial topic of abortion on its on accord, to which my opinions are not necessarily black and white, I feel this article and the core message it professes is one to take heed to and try to remember as we go about our day to day lives. 

Thankyou Mr. Friedman for this piece of significant and powerful journalistic brilliance.

Peace.x