The idea even that a human life may be taken as punishment for a crime has become an affront to many. There is a sad side to the story, though. There is a strange lack of logic and love. There is an inconsistency. If we really accept the values inherent in the Fifth Commandment, we will never allow ourselves to be swept into permissive attitudes about abortion.
Abortion terminates life.
NO means the ONLY issues. I don't want a world with you in it. You can say the same thing without ever raising a hand or striking a blow. YOU have to serve MY needs. I don't care at all about whether or not you are alive.