Dr. Jack Kevorkian is dead at age 83. Dr. Kevorkian was a leader in the ‘death with dignity’ movement. He spent time in prison for his efforts in ‘assisted suicide’ with terminally ill patients. Dr. Kevorkian also went by such epithets as “Dr. Death.” Kevorkian attempted running for office and a movie was made chronicling his efforts to legalize euthanasia called ‘You Don’t Know Jack’, starring Al Pacino as the controversial doctor.
I always thought Dr. Kevorkian should be named a national hero rather than imprisoned. He helped people who were too seriously ill, help themselves. He wanted to help end suffering. Is that so horrible?
As more baby boomers come of age where things like this matter, the more ‘death with dignity’ will become a political issue. Right now, only Washington and Oregon have any laws that allow people to decide when and where they ‘check out.’
You don’t have to be a baby boomer to recognize the importance of death with dignity. In my early 40’s, I’ve seen a dozen family members that I would have much rather seen leave this world with dignity. It’s horrible to see a loved one suffer for years with terminal illnesses and Alzheimer’s. We treat animals better than humans in this regard. (imo)
I agree, he should be a national hero, Moon. However, our new delegate sure doesn’t share OUR view. We must NEVER forget the Hugh Finn case and the circus it brought to the sidewalk of Annaburg Manor. 👿
I won’t forget the Hugh Finn case, that’s for sure. I am surprised more people don’t have an opinon on assisted suicide for terminially ill patients or euthansia. I sure do.
Perhaps they have never had to deal with terminally ill people. I feel we treat our dogs, cats and other animals far better than we do our fellow human beings. We at least put animals out of their misery. If I could have gotten my mother to Oregon, I would have done it in a heartbeat.