Why is abortion one of the most controversial issues in the United States? "Perhaps the most fundamental issue in the debate over abortion is deciding whether the fetus is, in fact, a human being. The key question is whether the fetus is a human life, one that is distinct from the woman in which it develops and one that deserves basic human rights," an author discusses in an article, "When Does Human Life Begin"" A woman's decision to have an abortion or continue her pregnancy is often very difficult. This involves a lot of comfort and support with family members, friends, and loved ones. Keep in mind that women settle on abortion for many reasons. In the past, abortion was illegal in the United States. However, after the Supreme Court ruling on the Roe v. Wade in 1973, abortion became legal in the U.S. In favor of the...