Editor’s note. This first ran at the end of January. For reasons you will grasp instantly, Alexander’s letter to President Obama was enormously popular with our readers.
Okay, everybody who reads NRL News Today knows I am a sucker for kids in general, little kids in particular. Over the weekend, National Right to Life received by email a letter Alexander G. had written to President Obama.
His mom wrote
Good morning,
My 7 year old son was inspired to write a letter to the President requesting “to make a new law that will protect the babies”. I can only imagine the amount of correspondence you are receiving daily; however, with my wonderful and hopeful boy standing right behind me at the moment, I am humbly asking you to please read the attached letter. My son is only 7 and his voice is not yet loud, but he has a dream, a belief and a heart to become the next generation of brave men and women set to defend everyone’s – born or unborn – right to life.
Sincerely,
Marina G.
In case you can’t make out what Alexander wrote, here is it, exactly as written.
Dear Presedent Obama
My name is Alexander. I’m 7. Please change the law about killing babys when they are still in mommy’s tummys.
This babys are a live and not one chose to die.
Please make a new law that will protect the babys.
Marten Luther King, Jr. had a drem and he changed America and I also have a dream that Momys have to take good care of the babys in there tummys and bring babys to the orfanedg and other mommys can adopt them and they will be happy.
I will also be Presedent wen I grow up.
Your Friend
Alexander G.
The heartfelt plea from a 7-year-old to the President to “Please change the law about killing babies when they are still in mommy’s tummies” brings to light the moral and ethical complexities surrounding abortion laws and the broader issue of children’s understanding of sensitive topics.
- Childhood Innocence and Empathy: The child’s request reflects a genuine empathy and concern for unborn babies, highlighting the innocence and compassion often inherent in children. It underscores how even at a young age, children can grapple with complex moral issues and demonstrate a desire to protect and advocate for the vulnerable.
- Family Influence and Values: The child’s perspective may also be influenced by their family’s values and beliefs surrounding abortion. Families play a significant role in shaping children’s understanding of social and moral issues, and the child’s request likely reflects the values instilled in them by their caregivers.
- Public Discourse on Abortion: The child’s plea resonates with ongoing debates over abortion laws and reproductive rights. It underscores how discussions about abortion extend beyond legal and political realms to touch the hearts and minds of individuals, including children, who may grapple with the ethical implications of abortion.
- Policy and Advocacy: While the child’s request may not directly influence policy changes, it highlights the importance of considering diverse perspectives, including those of children, in discussions about abortion legislation. Children’s voices, though often overlooked in policy debates, can offer unique insights and remind policymakers of the broader societal implications of their decisions.
- Education and Dialogue: The child’s request also emphasizes the importance of age-appropriate education and dialogue surrounding sensitive topics like abortion. It underscores the need for parents, educators, and policymakers to engage in open, respectful conversations with children about complex moral issues, providing them with the knowledge and understanding to form their own opinions thoughtfully.
Ultimately, the child’s plea serves as a poignant reminder of the moral complexities surrounding abortion laws and the importance of considering diverse perspectives, including those of children, in discussions about reproductive rights and the protection of vulnerable populations.
Chelsea Garcia is a political writer with a special interest in international relations and social issues. Events surrounding the war in Ukraine and the war in Israel are a major focus for political journalists. But as a former local reporter, she is also interested in national politics.
Chelsea Garcia studied media, communication and political science in Texas, USA, and learned the journalistic trade during an internship at a daily newspaper. In addition to her political writing, she is pursuing a master's degree in multimedia and writing at Texas.
