A Rational Perspective on the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Controversy...
by: Les Carpenter Rational Nation USA Liberty -vs- Tyranny Because the public spoke out loudly against Susan G. Komen for the Cure decision to cut funding grants for Planed Parenthood the company has reconsidered its position and will honor all grants through 2012. Beyond however remains in question. Depending upon ones interpretation of wording contained in the companies retraction. As usual the stench of religious/political ideology is evident. More specifically the stench of social conservatism at its worst. As a fiscal conservative, and social libertarian I find the whole sad affair most disturbing. The efforts to find an ultimate cure for breast cancer is without question a proper and noble pursuit. The funding provided to Planned Parenthood, even given PPH is referring women out to another entity that provides breast scans (mammography) is still a valuable service. For some women it is the only means they have to secure the screening that may save their lives. I'...