In a time where our country is in an economic crisis, the $80 million being given to Planned Parenthood can be used for many other programs, or  for education.

With classes being cut and enrollment fees increasing, the money  given  to Planned Parenthood could greatly benefit schools and colleges around the nation.

Something else to consider is that the money given to Planned Parenthood comes from the pockets of taxpayers and not all taxpayers agree with some of the services being given to women, or especially teenagers.

Also, not all people believe in abortions and Planned Parenthood does provide these services.

Planned Parenthood is known for providing women’s health services, including cervical cancer screenings and informing teenagers about sexually transmitted diseases.

However, teenagers inquiring about information on STD’s can also learn about this in high school health classes.

Why spend money on something that teenagers can get elsewhere?

It is true that Planned Parenthood does have many beneficial services for women. No one is arguing with that, the point is, why should Planned Parenthood continue to be funded when there are other resources that people can use.

According to The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS),  Title X provides access to contraceptive services, supplies and information to all who want and need them.

Contraceptive services would include the birth control pill, morning after pill and condoms.

Condoms are available in pharmacies all over the country and a visit to Planned Parenthood is not necessary to obtain these.

HIV testing is also available for free at certain thrift stores across the nation, for example, Out of the Closet.

By law, funds may not be used in programs where abortion is a method of family planning.

But the question that comes up is where does Planned Parenthood receive its funding for abortions?

Some say that they receive funding for abortions through donations, but if that is the case, then why can’t donations also fund other services that they provide?

Our country is in an economic hardship and every dollar counts.

Health clinics providing the same services are already available, the money used should be put into something that needs it.