Current Controversies

Nearly half of all pregnancies among U.S. women are unintended, and about four in ten of these are terminated by abortion. The writings in this anthology have been selected to introduce the reader to the broadest possible spectrum of viewpoints on the abortion debate. A question-and-response format prompts readers to examine complex issues from multiple angles. Students are encouraged to see the validity of divergent opinions, so that they may understand the debate inclusively. Fact boxes are included to summarize important information for researchers.