Posted by Toph on March 1, 2005, at 20:29:05
In reply to Re: the news » Toph, posted by TamaraJ on March 1, 2005, at 16:14:15
You've obviously given this a lot of thought Tamara. Love and compassion trumps personal/legal/religious opinion in my book every time. But to play devil's advocate, end of life decisions should be determined solely by clear and convincing evidence (to use the legal criteria)of the incapacitated patient's wishes expressly stated while competent. In other words, you and I should determine how we die, not a judge, a politician, a religious zealot, or even a friend, lover or family member - only you for yourself and I, for myself.
Is this a trigger for you Tamara?
Toph
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