As we know only too well, Ross Douthat really, really hates abortion. He would concede that in a better world, or at least a better America, there would be far more state support and compassion for women bearing unwanted babies, but since that isn’t on offer in most red states, the women will just have to take one for the team. They’re acceptable collateral damage.
Douthat also thinks America needs more native-born babies, which is a soft form of racism. Unfortunately for him, even women who otherwise want to get pregnant are now choosing not to do so for fear of the medical complications that arise from the new state anti-abortion legislation. Just another shot in the foot for the pro-natalist crowd!
David French has correctly opined that the condition precedent for more births, even in a regime in which abortion is outlawed, is hope for the future, not anger, hatred, and regulations. Somehow, I don’t think “I am your retribution” fits the bill.