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Phone-in: parents' rights19 May 2004
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Are parents expected to bear responsibilities without equivalent rights?

If a 14-year-old girl can have an abortion without her parents' consent or knowledge, but a mother can be jailed for not ensuring her child's attendance at school, are we confused about when parents should be held accountable?

What are your views on parents' rights?

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