The Case for Life

← The Case for Life8 Jul · 28 min

Michael Tooley and the Pattern Behind Pro-Abortion Thought

Michael Tooley and the Pattern Behind Pro-Abortion Thought8 Jul28 min

<p>On this episode of the Case for Life, Scott Klusendorf breaks down philosopher Michael Tooley&#39;s mental continuity theory, which claims a right to life requires an actual (not just potential) self-aware subject with memories linking its experiences over time, meaning Tooley argues that infanticide can be justified. Scott exposes the recurring patterns beneath this and similar arguments, body-self dualism and arbitrarily chosen traits, showing why species membership and human nature, not cognitive performance, ground human equality. Once you learn to recognize these patterns, you&#39;ll be equipped to challenge them with confidence.</p><p><br></p><p>Be sure to subscribe to The Case for Life Podcast on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app so you never miss a single episode.</p><p><br></p><p>Follow Scott Klusendorf on Rumble, Youtube, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter to be kept up to date on everything God is doing through my pro-life work.</p><p><br></p><p>Sign up for Pro-Life 101: 7 Days to Confident Engagement: https://scottklusendorf.com/prolife101/</p><p><br></p><p>Book me for an event or partner with Life Training Institute as a donor at https://prolifetraining.com.</p>