How far have we been pushed back?

As for the infantile belief that preaching abstinance will curb the rate in teenagers, I would point back to the fifties. Some of you first born people do the math! The only difference is that now, teens are not marrying, but having the child alone. One problem is the welfare system When a woman reaches 18, if her mom is on welfare, the system will no longer provide for her. Her choice, other than "get a job" is to become pregnant and live off the baby's welfare check, and use the state housing funds to provide for a place to live. Religion is wonderful, but it should not take the place of logic and reason when it comes to the government of many people who do not all practice the same religion.