The Dark Reality of Medical Aid in Dying
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Medically-assisted suicide bills are being introduced in states all over the country. Proponents say that it allows people to "die with dignity" and that it gives people "autonomy." But, the actual reality is far darker. In states like Oregon and California, people have been denied life-saving treatment and recommended suicide. People with disabilities and depression have been pressured into suicide. In this podcast, Pat McGeehan, delegate of West Virginia, Marc Barnes, and Alex Denley discuss the dangers of legalized medically-assisted suicide. Op-Eds on Medical-assisted suicide by Pat McGeehan: "Us vs. Them""Medically-assisted suicide destroys hope" The National Council on Disability Report "The Danger of Assisted Suicide Laws"
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