I was very disappointed to see Star Parker’s Jan. 23 column “Celebrate ruling favoring ultrasound law” in Stars and Stripes. I try and keep an open mind, but clearly the columnist has a very narrow viewpoint on the topic.

While I realize it was on the Opinion page, it is still unfortunate to see someone write with unrealistic and untrue information on the flip side of the argument because it conflicts with her point of view. If Parker is going to write a column, she shouldn’t highlight her ignorance regarding the topic in an attempt to push her beliefs on others.

Planned Parenthood does not push abortions on people. As a matter of fact, candidates have to go through numerous counseling sessions before making the decision. Also, not every woman chooses abortion because she doesn’t want to deal with a child; rape, incest and medical conditions are also reasons women choose to have abortions.

Trying to guilt a woman into keeping a child isn’t educating her, it’s a step in the wrong direction. You can’t apply one rule to every situation out there.