Interjection: It’s true that the official position of the Catholic Church is that abortion is not allowed even to save the life of the mother. But most pro-lifers would be happy with a law that allowed abortion to save the life of the mother. Halachically, that could be OK only if they ensure that the decision whether the mother’s life is in danger is made on the same criteria that a rabbi would use in deciding whether to OK the abortion. Admittedly I’m not sure if that’s possible. Regardless, it’s unfortunate that although about half the population is pro-life, doctors seem to be indoctrinated into being pro-abortion.
Menu