https://pjmedia.com/rogerlsimon/2008/08/30/the-social-issues-are-not-the-same/feed/PJ Media is a leading news site covering culture, politics, faith, homeland security, and more. Our reporters and columnists provide original, in-depth analysis from a variety of perspectives.en-usWed, 10 Jun 2026 06:01:50 -0400<![CDATA[I would guess that many of us who are pro-choice (loathe the tired “choice-life” terminology) were nonetheless moved by Sarah Palin’s heartfelt and principled decision not to abort her Down syndrome child, revealed to the world yesterday during her initial campaign appearance. It reminded me of something about which I have been ruminating for some time: The preeminent social issues – gay marriage and abortion – are quite separate.  Lumping them together, as is often done by the media and by ideologues on both sides, is insulting to our intelligence.]]>Sat, 30 Aug 2008 14:23:03 -0400<![CDATA[Roger L. Simon]]>https://pjmedia.com/roger-l-simon/2008/08/30/the-social-issues-are-not-the-same-n216173