The answer is derived from the essence of individualism. Though the choice of death, in most cases, is hard to accept, it is a choice which can only be made by one person. We learn by thinking and acting for ourselves. This issue goes beyond civil society. In 1972 the court made abortion legal.
Abortion is by definition a terrible practice.
The mother's right to have an abortion is similar to a person's right to commit suicide. It is the right to govern one's life and one's body. When the court legalizes doctor assisted suicide, as they should, society needs to compensate with a profound shift in attitude concerning life. The prevalence of abortion and the increased clamor for legalized suicide are symptoms rather than causes of our national disrespect. While we secure the right to choose life or death, we need to revolutionize our thinking so the question is moot and the decision obvious.