Reversal of Roe v. Wade Prompts Exodus from Conservative States

This blog originally appeared at NBC News.

Economic Ramifications of Roe v. Wade on Various Sectors

The author argues that the challenges faced by universities and companies are wrongly attributed to a lack of available talent due to Roe v. Wade. In my view, this perspective is flawed. The declining birth rate is more likely a consequence of inadequate support for parents from both our society and the government.

Childcare and healthcare expenses are exorbitant, placing the majority of the burden on women. Young couples and women are apprehensive about residing in locations where complications during pregnancy could lead to severe health consequences. Personally, I’m aware of several individuals of childbearing age who are relocating from Missouri for work or education due to these concerns.

Physicians are departing from conservative states due to concerns about potential lawsuits. Military families are reluctant to be stationed in states governed by Republicans. I’m aware of a business owner losing a prospective employee precisely for this reason.

The assertion in the letter that Catholic Church institutions are not experiencing a decline in membership due to the Church’s stance on abortion is absurd. Many students at Catholic universities are not Catholic, and churches along with their affiliated grade schools are shuttering throughout the region.

One of the numerous reasons the Church struggles to retain or draw in members is its outdated perspective. If individuals disagree with abortion, they can choose not to undergo one. For men who hold a different view, the solution is to avoid impregnating a woman. However, imposing restrictive laws to control women’s reproductive choices should cease.