Should the government continue to fund Planned Parenthood?
No, and the government should not give funds to any organizations that perform abortions
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@9GDXC46 6mos6MO
Again, Planned Parenthood does not just offer abortions! They also offer birth control to many women who other wise many not be able to get it or afford it, and if you take away abortions and then also birth control what will protect young women who are sexually abused and raped. Young women would no longer be able to protect themselves sexually. Planned Parenthood also offers cancer and STD screenings to everyone not just women. Which can be life saving and very important for those who can otherwise not afford these services. Which is why it is vital to keep Planned Parenthood's open and running and affordable to all even if they aren't giving services of abortion.
@9GDYDL86mos6MO
Again, Planned Parenthood does not just offer abortions! They also offer birth control to many women who other wise many not be able to get it or afford it, and if you take away abortions and then also birth control what will protect young women who are sexually
Planned Parenthood indeed offers a broad range of services. However, it's crucial to note that there are over 13,000 Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) in the U.S. that provide similar, if not more comprehensive, services than the roughly 600 Planned Parenthood locations. These FQHCs provide care regardless of the patient's ability to pay, making them accessible for low income individuals.
FQHCs must provide prenatal, baby delivery, and postnatal services, which are not required at Planned Parenthood centers. They also offer more comprehensive primary care compared to Planned Parenthood.
If the government funding shifted from Planned Parenthood to FQHCs, could this be a viable solution to ensure women still receive the necessary health services they need without crossing the controversial line of abortion?
