- The author believes abortion is a grave evil that should be eradicated, but acknowledges that achieving this goal requires a long-term strategy and pragmatic political alliances. - The current political climate is described as approaching a "state of nature" due to mismanagement and the existence of diverse populations with conflicting values. - In this environment, the immediate priority should be protecting local communities through pragmatic policies and alliances, prioritizing security and stability as prerequisites for any way of life. ## Sources - [website](https://americanreformer.org/2024/08/a-perilous-political-moment/)