We have entered into the final countdown of what has been one of the most polarizing political cycles this country has every seen.

For me personally, election time is usually hard because I tend to keep my mouth shut. In the great state of Alabama it is more than surprising when people hear you are a democrat. When people do ask my political affiliation it usually goes something like this: "You're not a Democrat, right?" They spoon feed me the answer they want and expect to hear. Especially in regards to this election.

Well, for all those out there wondering, yes, I typically align more democratic in my beliefs and values. Here is where most people begin forming their arguments of my immoral stance and how could I ever support such a corrupt party?

Here's how: no party in American history is completely pure and blameless, they all have dirty little secrets. Truth be told more than the American public is probably aware of or would be able to handle. I mean, does no one watch "Scandal"? Just because I align more democratic does not mean I can't be friends with conservative republicans. Honestly, that's what 98 percent of my friends are. We respect each other enough to know that the political cycle does not dictate our friendship though, it just means for a little while, our differences may be highlighted a bit more.

My main issue with this entire election cycle comes after the last debate and lies in one touchy subject: abortion.

I recently posted a Facebook status while watching the debate that was simple and (I thought) essentially harmless. A few nasty comments and friends deleting me later made me realize just how insane this election has gotten and that I need to clarify some things.

The Facebook status went like this: "I just don't think I'll ever be able to understand how this man is a legitimate presidential candidate."

Now, correct me if I'm wrong, but at no point in this status is there a pro-life versus pro-choice argument starting, right? Correct answer: no, of course not. There is me saying, "Wow, okay, Donald Trump is the best you've got, GOP? Crazy that more than 200 years of democracy led to him. Fascinating, really." However, an argument about abortion began. It seemed no one would be satisfied with my responses about how we all have a right to our own opinions and maybe we should let this go unless I decided to be a registered republican rocking a "Make America Great Again" ball cap.

SPOILER: this not only will never happen, it made me furious.

What the arguments posted against me said was yes, you have the right to an opinion, as long as it perfectly aligns with ours. I feel these were the types of people who had #RepealThe19th trending on Twitter.

So once and for all, here is my democratic stance on the issue of abortion: I may not necessarily agree with personally having an abortion, as in I don't know that I would be able to have one; however, I do believe it is the governments responsibility to provide health care and safe environments for those seeking any medical procedure.

I support the funding of Planned Parenthood because not only do they supply abortions in a clean and safe environment like everyone likes to point out, but they provide other services as well. According to a 2011 factcheck.org article, of Planned Parenthood's services provided, only 3 percent are abortions. That means 97 percent of what they do is dedicated to women's health. From contraceptives to STD testing and treatments, as well as cancer screenings, almost all that Planned Parenthood does is to better women's health.

And for the sake of argument, Trump stated in the debate that while Roe v. Wade would be overturned if he becomes president, all it means is the decision on abortion cases would go back to the states. So even if he is elected, the issue of abortion doesn't magically go away. It just becomes a state issue rather than a federal one. Hillary Clinton even clarified what she meant by late-term abortions in the debate on Wednesday, October 19, 2016. She says, “The kinds of cases that fall at the end of pregnancy are often the most heartbreaking, painful decisions for families to make.” She is not saying that in every situation by all means, get an abortion until the last day as Trump tried to insinuate, rather, if the health of the mother and child are compromised, that this decision is an intimate and personal one, and the family should be given such consideration not to have this heartbreaking choice made for them by the government.

I think what people miss with the whole abortion debate is simple. This is not an easy choice to make, in fact probably one of the hardest decisions for a woman to make. Those who have or will make these choices are called out and made an example of every few years. Their choice is constantly thrown back in their faces, and that is truly heartbreaking.

Instead of making this some huge debate, I think it is best to show kindness on both sides here. While you might not agree with abortion, do not mark the women who have had them or will have them in the future with a scarlet A. Practice what you preach and show compassion and love to people.