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    The document discusses the controversial Reproductive Health bill in the Philippines. It argues that while the bill's proponents claim it will allow couples to plan their families and support economic progress, it may also enable the irresponsible use of contraceptives. There is a concern that contraceptives distributed by the government could be abused, especially by teenagers engaging in pre-marital sex. The document asserts that the bill's supporters only consider economic and social factors, without regard for moral and spiritual aspects. It concludes that discipline and fear of God, rather than artificial birth control, should guide responsible parenting and society.

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    The document discusses the controversial Reproductive Health bill in the Philippines. It argues that while the bill's proponents claim it will allow couples to plan their families and support economic progress, it may also enable the irresponsible use of contraceptives. There is a concern that contraceptives distributed by the government could be abused, especially by teenagers engaging in pre-marital sex. The document asserts that the bill's supporters only consider economic and social factors, without regard for moral and spiritual aspects. It concludes that discipline and fear of God, rather than artificial birth control, should guide responsible parenting and society.

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    RH Bill

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    Edilbert Concordia
    The document discusses the controversial Reproductive Health bill in the Philippines. It argues that while the bill's proponents claim it will allow couples to plan their families and support economic progress, it may also enable the irresponsible use of contraceptives. There is a concern that contraceptives distributed by the government could be abused, especially by teenagers engaging in pre-marital sex. The document asserts that the bill's supporters only consider economic and social factors, without regard for moral and spiritual aspects. It concludes that discipline and fear of God, rather than artificial birth control, should guide responsible parenting and society.

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    SEM. EDILBERT CONCORDIA.

    AB-1

    RH BILL-A Key to Economic Progress?

    The Reproductive Health bill is indeed a controversial issue. It is inviting divisiveness


    among us Filipinos, especially the Church and the State, especially so because no less than the
    President himself has openly declared his full support of the bill.

    Before taking sides on the issue-what actually is the Reproductive Health Bill? The
    proponents of the bill strongly advocate that every couple has the right to choose the number of
    children they shall have. They resort to family planning so that they can have only as many
    children as they can support. They also say that the unchecked population explosion in our
    country is a deterrent to economic progress. It is further argued that the government cannot
    support a rapidly growing population. Family planning results in responsible parenthood.

    I agree with this argument, but there is a catch in the word “responsible”. What causes
    my concern is this-Will the artificial means of birth control, especially the contraceptive pills and
    condom be used only by parents or couples who are legally married? Will they not be used by
    any couple even among teenagers to perform sexual activities outside of marriage? There is a
    possibility that the use of these contraceptives will be abused, especially if the government will
    distribute them free of charge.

    Proponents of the bill are concerned only about the economic and social aspects. Let us
    not forget the moral and spiritual aspects too. We are living in a Christian country. I don’t think I
    shall be comfortable in a society where everyone is free to perform sexual acts because they no
    longer fear unwanted pregnancies or social ostracism. This will lead to moral decadence.

    The fear of God should be foremost in our hearts. If we are really God-fearing and loving
    people, we try our best to discipline ourselves, even our sexual urge without resorting to artificial
    devices.

    Responsible parents will bring up responsible children in a disciplined society!

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