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Re: Wrong on the face of it
by spiker

The State of New York licenses Physicians. Licensing in the State of New York could be contingent on not performing abortion procedures.

Hypothetically, all the physicians of New York refuse to perform abortions. Does a woman have a right to an abortion that forces a physician to perform an abortion? No.

Can the State force a physician to offer abortions (or any procedure for that matter) if he/she is to retain their licensing? I wouldn't think so.

Can the State force a pharmacist to dispense medication he/she simply chooses not to carry? Many pharmacies don't carry the most potent pain killers for fear of robbery. Some don't carry RU486.

Why can the state force an individual to dispense a drug they are morally against. What is wrong with the idea of conscientious objector status for a civilian employee. It is hard to find pharmacists, as an employer why can't I hire a conscientious objector even if it costs me RU486 sales while he/she is on the clock?



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