PCB...you and I respect each other. But my reproductive choices are not the issue and I am bothered that is being brought up ... as if it gives me no right to an opinion. I am concerned for the children you might have one day and other children who should be entitled to a world worth living in.

My issue is people who irresponsibly breed. Pollution is caused by people. And more people mean more pollution. And less resources.

We have oceans full of fish, trees full of fruit.
Many species of fish are becoming extinct from over fishing. And land is of no use to grow food if there isn't water. And the correct weather conditions. And the correct soil.

What resources do people need? Shelter? Food?
You are leaving out a couple of VERY important needs. Water and air. Both endangerd by overpopulation. There is a water crisis right now here in Califarnia and it will not be getting better as more people move here. Clean air? Go up on any hill around LA and tell me about the clean air! Read the air quality report in the paper.

Have you ever thought about how these children might grow up to be great contributers in this society? Its possible.
And they could grow up to be the worst mass murderers in the history of the world. It's possible. Neither you nor I know.

Sadly, I think you are correct that this family does not care what others think of the lifestyle they have chosen. In which case they should stay off television shows.

And I would like you to back up your statement that there are alot more men in the United States who abandon their children than who raise them. That is a damning statement of men and especially men in this country.

My point all along is that should not be held up as a role model or something to be admired because they are able.... and chose ...to overbreed. You are right there are many children needing a good home...good parents. Why not take care of some of those children instead of making more? THAT I would admire.