Justin Bieber’s controversial comments on abortion have been clarified by Rolling Stone magazine editors who say an error left out part of the quote.
During an interview with Vanessa Grigoriadis, the 16-year-old pop singer spoke bluntly about abortion, sex and homosexuality for an article in the publication’s new issue. Bieber’s lightning rod comments came from a question about where he stands on abortion.
“It’s like killing a baby,” he said.
When asked if he believed in abortion for rape victims, Bieber replied: “I think that’s really sad, but everything happens for a reason. I guess I haven’t been in that position, so I wouldn’t be able to judge that.”
The frank comments immediately drew fire. But the Rolling Stone editors say an incomplete quote was used.
“The full quote, his response to whether abortions should be allowed in cases of rape, reads, “Um. Well, I think that’s really sad, but everything happens for a reason. I don’t know how that would be a reason. I guess I haven’t been in that position, so I wouldn’t be able to judge that.”
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