In arguing that so-called unwanted children of black women “will grow up in poverty and do worse themselves” (“Janet Yellen on Abortion and the Economy,” Review & Outlook, May 12) if they’re allowed to be born, did Janet Yellen not assert that some black lives don’t matter? Is life worth living only if it is wealthy and privileged? Do such advocates even hear themselves?

Thad Leach

Owensville, Mo.