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Barack Obama Abstinence-only sex education should not be taught in schools. Obama Favors Comprehensive Sexual Education

Evidence approved (3/31/2008 11:52:43 AM)

Obama Favors Comprehensive Sexual Education

The exchange appeared to be prompted by Obama's earlier comments that he does not favor abstinence-only education, but rather comprehensive sexual education that includes information on abstinence and birth control.

"Look, I got two daughters — 9 years old and 6 years old," he said. "I am going to teach them first about values and morals, but if they make a mistake, I don't want them punished with a baby. I don't want them punished with an STD at age 16, so it doesn't make sense to not give them information."

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