But what if people choose not to use modern methods of contraception (for example, an IUD versus withdrawal), do we say that they are more likely to live in poverty? Or that if they do choose to use a method of contraception, will we be able to cure poverty? Absolutely not. This way of thinking is actually dangerous. Abortion and contraception won’t cure poverty. We have to address the critical issues of raising minimum wage, ensuring childcare, guaranteeing family leave, and addressing racism and implicit bias that continue to thwart economic opportunities.
