Are Conservatives More Pro-Birth or Pro-Life?

The phrase "pro-birth" is often used to label conservatives, but this is a misnomer. It is crucial to understand the true extent of conservative beliefs when it comes to matters concerning life.

Pro-Birth or Pro-Life?

Calling conservatives "pro-birth" is giving them an inordinate amount of credit. The term is a misrepresentation of their core values and actions. If they were truly pro-birth, you would see robust funding and strict enforcement by regulatory agencies like the EPA and FDA. However, this is not the case. Instead, they prioritize other issues over the well-being of pregnant individuals and their potential offspring.

The EPA and FDA are woefully underfunded, and teratogens that endanger pregnancies are not regulated with the same level of urgency. CEOs involved in the dumping of teratogens would not face harsh penalties. Similarly, the FDA, which could prevent listeria outbreaks that endanger pregnant people, is often overlooked for other issues. In a genuine pro-birth stance, you would see stricter legal action against negligent practices that harm pregnant individuals. We need to be clear that they do not genuinely care about the well-being of embryos.

Conservative Ideology

Instead of genuinely advocating for life, conservatives prioritize making pregnancy as dangerous and difficult as possible. Their goal is to force women, girls, and people with uteruses to rely on men for their very lives and health. This is not about the health and well-being of individuals; it is about maintaining a patriarchal hierarchy where men hold power and control over women's bodies and choices. They want "their" men to have access to virgin girls, reinforcing harmful norms and ideologies.

Pro-Fetus vs. Pro-Birth

Conservatives are more accurately described as "pro-fetus" rather than "pro-life." They are not genuinely concerned about the lives and well-being of women and pregnant individuals; they only prioritize the fetus. Even when pregnant individuals gain rights, they are still subjected to strict regulations and limitations that often lead to unintended consequences. For instance, they do not march for prenatal care, which is a critical aspect of caring for the health of both the mother and the fetus.

Forced Birth and Anti-Help

Their stance is better described as "pro-forced birth" and "anti-help" for struggling families. Conservative policies often make it more challenging for individuals to have the support and resources they need to care for themselves and their families, further entrenching systemic inequalities. They do not prioritize policies that help families in need; instead, they advocate for punitive measures that make life harder for those who are already marginalized.

Conclusion

The true meaning behind conservative rhetoric is far more complex than the labels suggest. While it is difficult to attribute universal beliefs to all conservatives, it is clear that they prioritize maintaining a hierarchical structure where certain groups "belong" at the top. This can manifest in different ways, such as white supremacy, wealth-based hierarchies, or religious fundamentalism, all of which serve to maintain power over others.

It is essential to recognize that conservative beliefs are deeply intertwined with a patriarchal worldview that sees women as second-class citizens, often overlooking their health and well-being. Advocacy and awareness are crucial to counteract these harmful ideologies and promote true pro-life and pro-birth policies that prioritize the health and well-being of all individuals.