Many people believe abortion is a moral issue, but it is also a constitutional issue. It is a woman's right to choose what she does with her body, and it should not be altered or influenced by anyone else. This right is guaranteed by the ninth amendment, which contains the right to privacy. The ninth amendment states: "The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained …showed first 75 words of 802 total…

…showed last 75 words of 802 total…She has the free will to consider others views and opinions such as that of the father, but it is her ultimate decision guaranteed by the law. --- References Government in America. by Richard J. Hardy. copyright 1994. page 189. Taking Sides on Clashing Views of Controversial Bioethical Issues. by Carol Levine. Volume 3. copyright 1991. pages: 4-8. The American Heritage History of the Bill of Rights - The Ninth Amendment. by Phillip A. Klinkner. copyright 1991. pages: 31, 56, 75-78, 80-87, 110, 116.