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How to Move Beyond Our Endless Disagreements over Abortion Policies

Dr. Helga Varden, Professor of Philosophy at Illinois and WGGP Faculty Affiliate, has written an article titled "How to Move Beyond Our Endless Disagreements over Abortion Policies," which proposes a Kantian solution to the seemingly insoluble moral conflict surrounding abortion. The article examines the complexities of the abortion debate in the United States. It highlights the problem with the current focus on when life begins, arguing that legal discussions about abortion should not be based on personal beliefs but on a legal conception of personhood. The article references philosophical perspectives, particularly Kantian theory, to suggest a shift in focus from deeply personal convictions to legal justifications for abortion, thereby enabling the formulation of unifying and justifiable abortion laws. To read the article check out this link.