Literally nobody is arguing that abortion “solves” maternal and infant mortality. This is, quite frankly, an insane statement. Fact: Maternal mortality in the U.S. far outstrips that of other industrialized nations (nearly three times that of France, which is the next highest.) [Source]

“The reasons for mortality are manifold. Most cases are due to inadequate medical care or obstetric care. Complications often occur as early as during pregnancy and the risk of death for mothers and their babies increases during the delivery due to a lack of professional help on site. A lack of education and poor nutrition also increase the risk of mortality.” [Source]

Additionally, the CDC found that more than 80% of pregnancy-related deaths in the U.S. were preventable. I recognize that this feels like a digression from Primorac’s original statement, but I’m unclear on how to effectively counter outright insanity.

Full contextual analysis of Section 2.6: Agency for International Development here.