"I am not religious. I do not believe that personhood is conferred upon conception. But I also do not believe that a human embryo is the moral equivalent of a hangnail and deserves no more respect than an appendix"
- Charles Krauthammer
About this Quote
Charles Krauthammer is revealing his viewpoint that he is not religious and does not think that personhood is conferred upon conception. However, he likewise does not think that a human embryo is of no value and ought to be treated without any regard. He is suggesting that a human embryo needs to be appreciated and not treated as if it is of no value, like a hangnail or an appendix. He is implying that a human embryo must be treated with respect and dignity, even if he does not think that it is an individual. This quote reflects Krauthammer's opinion that a human embryo should be respected, even if he does not think that it is an individual.
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