More on the UNC Down syndrome controversy
February 21st, 2008Prof. Albert Harris’ wife Elizabeth Harris reponds to criticism of her husband.
Lara Frame, a student in Prof. Harris’ class who has a brother with Down syndrome, launches ‘Pro-Humanity’ effort.
The National Down Syndrome Society has posted a letter to Prof. Harris. An excerpt:
Personal opinions, such as yours, typically stem from a lack of current and up-to-date information about Down syndrome. This directly impacts negative public perception of people with Down syndrome and ultimately affects the decisions expectant parents are making.
Prof. Harris commented in class last week that older mothers have a moral reponsibility to have an abortion if their fetus is diagnosed with Down syndrome. See earlier posts here and here.
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