When you don't do that, I don't "turn on" the religious arguments, because they are unnecessary. Abortion is merely another type of homicide, fully regulatable by the state without resort to religious support. Same with "Thou shalt not steal" laws...no need to resort to religious argument, but there are ample religious arguments available if the other person says they are religious, or misrepresents my religion's doctrine like you do. But, I assume you agree that just because there is a religious argument against homicides and stealing, that the state must allow all homicides and all stealing.
Tied up right now. Just happened to see this part of your post, and thought I'd type a quick response.
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