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First WA Assisted Suicide: Do you agree with the 'Death with Dignity' law?

Mr. T May 22, 2009 21:50:26

The first US assisted suicide in Washington took place to help a 66-year old woman with advanced cancer. Linda Fleming died after taking doctor prescribed meds with her family and dog by her side. Washington is one the first states to approve assisted suicide in the US, calling it the "Death with Dignity" law. In Oregon, 400 people have chosen to die in the past 12 years as well. Fleming said that the pain had become unbearable after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Patients using the "Death with Dignity" law must be 18 years old and terminally ill.
 Yes. I agree with the assisted suicide, 'Death with Dignity' law.
No. I do not agree with allowing assisted suicide.
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  • +8 raves Lunacat May 22, 2009 22:59:25
    Lunacat

    Yes. I agree with the assisted suicide, 'Death with Dignity' law.

    I support it 100%.
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  • +2 raves
    Steve LIL May 23, 2009 00:03:29
    Steve
    So it's suicide in general you have a problem with? Not specifically assisted suicide?

    As for not playing god, our government does it all the time. Hell, the US government is directly responsible for over a million civilian deaths in Iraq alone. But Madelaine Albright said those deaths were "worth it" to contain Saddam Hussein.

    Ask any family member of those who died and I think they might have a different opinion of how the US plays god with their lives.
  • LIL Steve May 24, 2009 23:12:13
    LIL
    I thought we were disscussing a moral issue not government related not tomatoes not potatoes altering color of someones eyes etc. keep to the issue that is why Congress has such difficulty reaching mature and reasonable decisions on anything ...because we take any issue to the ridiculous and the absurd and go off on tangents I realize lots of us say we believe in God but on our terms and our philosohpys Not His it is this thinking that clouds....God does not cause us suffering God does not inflict pain on us nor Cancer etc. you are confused.... God is a Loving God remember? I dont have a personal problem with suicide or assissted.... God does. don't worry so much what the govt does the govt or the individual will anwer one day for his/her actions everyone will answer.... salvation, my dear, and not to preach to anyone.... but its an individual thing I can not save you and You no matter how much you were to love me can not save me.. on that premise because I love my fellow man I do not agree with assissted suicide i dont give a fat rats behind about anything else.
  • kingbee9 LIL May 23, 2009 00:05:16
    kingbee9
    does that mean you don't eat genetically altered food (tomatoes with fish genes)? would you want to pick the color of your child's hair or eyes; even sex? ask for medicine to keep your heart pumping on a machine, etc, etc. THAT is also playing God. we're discussing this because it's for TERMINALLY ILL PATIENTS that are in hospitals charging ridiculous amounts of money to keep them alive and they are nowhere near the person they used to be or that we remember. this is not a religious decision, it's a quality vs. quantity of life discussion. my mother rotted away with cancer for 19 years. she never smoked or did anything that would cause it, so why did God give it to her? do you think she was remotely like the person i knew and loved when i was young? then the hospice people came and whacked her up with morphine (to ease the pain) but generally enough to make her fall asleep and never wake up. can you justifty hospice??? to apply God giveth and God taketh away to modern circumstances and modern medicine doesn't really apply. doctors see it as a challenge to try to cure someone no matter what the cause. it's painful for the patient and painful for the family. will it be so cut and dried when you are in that situation?
  • LIL kingbee9 May 24, 2009 23:28:00
    LIL
    My mother has Alzheimers , my heart goes out to you I am sorry that your mother had to suffer so horribly and you and your family I know what you mean my mother has Alzheimes for tewnty years she is at her last stages she does not know me she can't move her bowels without my help, she cannot eat without me she is contracted in a fetal positon and I cry and i breaks my heart every second.. but I will not have hospice when the time comes I will ... for me ...and for my family its more important to me to be well when I pass over with my Creator..however I do understand your view perfectly and respect it.
  • kingbee9 LIL October 06, 2009 22:58:13
    kingbee9
    Alzheimers is a terrible disease. I wouldn't wish it on anyone. It's heartbreaking to hear a story like yours. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
  • LIL kingbee9 November 01, 2009 11:28:15
    LIL
    thank you so much
  • Roe LIL May 23, 2009 03:30:16
    Roe
    Lil I'm with you on this one.
  • cronewi... LIL May 31, 2009 16:27:51
    cronewinter
    Is it not playing god when we spend millions to keep a sick newborn alive when it is obviously gods intention that it should not live? Is it not playing god to do a heart bypass or a appendectomy? Why is it only wrong to play god at the end of life and ok to play god all the rest of the time?
  • LIL cronewi... July 12, 2009 22:42:31
    LIL
    No its not playing God to help live because we have been given those blessings by God to heal and help the infirmed to operate etc. but to take a life before its time I believe is not Gods intention for us to clone or assist in a death when a person decideds he or she has had it.wrong! and it is not God's intention that that baby die that is why we have medicine for to help not destruct or kill and why is it wrong only to play God at the end and not the rest of the time because God has said God giveth and God Taketh thats why its very simple.but its good that youre thinking very good...
  • cronewi... LIL July 13, 2009 13:59:52
    cronewinter
    I think we'll have to agree to disagree on this one, I know if I become terminal I will choose to use our law as will my husband. Neither of us see a lot of glory to god or man in months of suffering.
  • LIL cronewi... July 26, 2009 13:39:39
    LIL
    Well my dearest I hope that you never find yourself in that position but what good is living a good life here which is so temporary to lose your soul and eternity? Are you afraid of suffering? Personally I think its cowardly and it is not what God wants you know that you can spew anything from your mouth but I know that unless you dont believe in anyhing but here and now then thats different... I would agree with you... but I KNOW there is a Forever I believe iN god and i know he would want me to be a soldier to the end and all suffering in His Name
  • cronewi... LIL July 26, 2009 16:01:35
    cronewinter
    I don't worship your god so I'm not worried about what he wants or does not want, I respect your opinion and would not deny you the right to suffer as long as you wish, as for me, when my time comes I will refuse all treatment and when the end draws near I will handle it in my own way. Cowardly? I sure don't see it that way..just practical and effective,,good for my family, good for me and saves a vast amount of money my kids can use for life..a win win situation.
  • LIL cronewi... July 26, 2009 13:32:45
    LIL
    because God makes it very clear the bible itself says that science will reach unimaginable heights (which is also I believe a gift from God to do all those needfull things for good purpose,) God doesnt give us anything for us to use badly even though we still have that choice we will answer to one day.And as I said before God Givith and God Taketh away (life that is) His words not mine and I am sure He means not man and certainly not science I realize that one of the most difficult things in life is faith and understanding of it I am certainly not a theologian nor am I The Truth but He is and I have no Problem understading right from wrong or trying to twist the wrong..
  • cronewi... LIL July 26, 2009 16:07:00
    cronewinter
    Once again, religious arguments don't mean much to me, if god has a message for this age he needs to speak up in modern language and make it clear..an ancient book does not hold moral or spiritual answers for many people. I respect your right to believe as you wish but I do not believe any religion has a right to dictate to people of other or no religious faith.
  • +1 raves
    Mael May 22, 2009 23:34:46
    Mael

    Yes. I agree with the assisted suicide, 'Death with Dignity' law.

    if they agree to it.
  • LIL Mael July 12, 2009 22:47:12
    LIL
    there is no death with dignity my dear that is a propaganda just like diamonds are forever a pure fallacy tell that to God not to mere Mortals please...we need to be strong to learn to accept life is not what we want but what God wants for us we must believe that there is something wonderful waiting for an eternity for those who believe and those who have faith and trust in God.
  • Mael LIL July 13, 2009 00:12:47
    Mael
    Actually, you're paragraph is propaganda as soon as you put the word 'God' into it. Living your life off of morals from mythologies is one thing...but answering for you is another.
  • LIL Mael July 26, 2009 13:44:21
    LIL
    lol you sound like you dont believe in anything but your own Mythologies,agnostic hMMM your lose.. I will pray for you but please you can pun fun at me all you want.I feel sorry for you?? I am blessed .
  • Mael LIL July 26, 2009 16:55:27
    Mael
    Why not? You think you can get away believing in your own mythologies..
    I will pray for you as well!
    I do not need to poke fun as much as feel sorry for.
    Don't worry, my god is a forgiving god... he says so in his bible.
  • +5 raves
    BH1701 "In Kirk We Trust" May 22, 2009 23:26:33
    BH1701

    Yes. I agree with the assisted suicide, 'Death with Dignity' law.

    Absolutely. Anyone can take their own life. What this law allows is that loved ones not be excluded from the process, allowing the ill person to die comfortably amongst friends and family.
  • Weed Whacker May 22, 2009 23:22:26
    Weed Whacker

    Yes. I agree with the assisted suicide, 'Death with Dignity' law.

    It's a tough issue, but I think that if someone is suffering that much they should be able to die if they want to.
  • +3 raves
    Denise May 22, 2009 23:20:15
    Denise

    Yes. I agree with the assisted suicide, 'Death with Dignity' law.

    I like the idea of being able to say goodbye. Having a party to tell all my loved ones how much they mean to me, spending time with them individually, letting them feel closure, and then passing is ideal. Most people have the hardest time with the aspect of not getting the opportunity to say goodbye to a loved one, and assisted suicide allows them to.

    Plus, you could have some seriously awesome last words.
  • +2 raves
    morning40oz~NeoRadical May 22, 2009 23:19:28 (edited)
    morning40oz~NeoRadical

    Yes. I agree with the assisted suicide, 'Death with Dignity' law.

    We have GOT to refrain from letting the government legislate morality. Personally, as the daughter of a woman who committed suicide, I oppose suicide vehemently. But, I don't believe the government should have any say-so and neither should the meddlesome public. Frankly, I think doctors or nurses violate their hypocrattic oath by engaging in such a procedure, but, that's between them and God. Mind your own goshdamn business people!
  • +1 raves
    maggieb May 22, 2009 23:19:23
    maggieb

    Yes. I agree with the assisted suicide, 'Death with Dignity' law.

    They have to answer to God so the decision is their's
  • +5 raves
    Headhunter 13 May 22, 2009 23:18:04
    Headhunter 13

    Yes. I agree with the assisted suicide, 'Death with Dignity' law.

    With no hesitatiion or guilt over it.
  • +2 raves
    Seree May 22, 2009 23:16:02
    Seree

    Yes. I agree with the assisted suicide, 'Death with Dignity' law.

    Absolutely I agree! It is our body and the government should not have a say in when we decide it is our time to go. Whether it is a sin or not is between each individual and his or her God. Nobody has the right to interfere with such decisions. I believe the same about other forms of suicide. While my personal belief that anyone not in the last stages of life from a deadly and painful disease is cowardly to kill him or herself, that is their right. The fact it is a crime to commit suicide is just nuts and far too much interference by the government in private lives.
  • +7 raves
    deadhead509 May 22, 2009 23:14:52
    deadhead509

    Yes. I agree with the assisted suicide, 'Death with Dignity' law.

    Totally I voted for it . who are we to judge another adults wishes and to force them to live the pain !!!
  • +4 raves
    Fae May 22, 2009 23:13:07
    Fae

    Yes. I agree with the assisted suicide, 'Death with Dignity' law.

    Of course I AGREE with the law... who the hell has the right to tell YOU when you can or can not DIE! Ugh! Enough government controls!
  • +6 raves
    meKrystle May 22, 2009 23:10:55
    meKrystle

    Yes. I agree with the assisted suicide, 'Death with Dignity' law.

    Yes, I completely agree with this. It's a decision that you should be able to make when you feel like you're ready to die. Why should someone be forced to pick up a shot gun when they can die humanely and in the company of those that they love?
  • +5 raves
    oldrwizr May 22, 2009 23:06:00
    oldrwizr

    Yes. I agree with the assisted suicide, 'Death with Dignity' law.

    Yes, we should be free to die peacefully if we wish. If you don't agree, don't do it, but don't tell someone else they can't.
  • +5 raves
    Silky May 22, 2009 23:04:58
    Silky

    I think that assisted suicide and the "Death with Dignity" law...

    Have you or a loved one ever had your human dignity ripped out from under you by the medical community? I personally would rather exit this world with dignity, than to have a bunch of people try to keep my alive in humiliation! That is not the way I want to be remembered!
  • +2 raves
    Sister Jean May 22, 2009 23:04:17
    Sister Jean

    I think that assisted suicide and the "Death with Dignity" law...

    we do not ever need to use extra ordinary means to stay alive
  • +3 raves
    Bonnie~Pirate On The Loose May 22, 2009 23:00:23
    Bonnie~Pirate On The Loose

    Yes. I agree with the assisted suicide, 'Death with Dignity' law.

    assisted suicide death dignity law
  • +8 raves
    Lunacat May 22, 2009 22:59:25
    Lunacat

    Yes. I agree with the assisted suicide, 'Death with Dignity' law.

    I support it 100%.
  • +3 raves
    mgg33104 May 22, 2009 22:58:07
    mgg33104

    Yes. I agree with the assisted suicide, 'Death with Dignity' law.

    It is the persons choice.
  • +6 raves
    sadie100~In God we trust~ May 22, 2009 22:57:46
    sadie100~In God we trust~

    Yes. I agree with the assisted suicide, 'Death with Dignity' law.

    Yes, I do agree with the assisted suicide, Death with Dignity law 100%!! In most cases the they are going to die, after being in pain for the rest of their lives...but it is not living!!!
  • +3 raves
    riverbeauty™ May 22, 2009 22:55:41
    riverbeauty™

    No. I do not agree with allowing assisted suicide.

    I voted against it in the election...

    I know there are reasons to agree with it, but I don't. I studied it at length and came to my own decision about it.
  • +3 raves
    mtcc May 22, 2009 22:46:38
    mtcc

    I think that assisted suicide and the "Death with Dignity" law...

    First does the right to life include your right to end yours? Well, like many things, I do not believe someone else has the right to tell you what to do with your life.

    Having said that I also think that if this right is granted it needs to be closely monitored and attested to by someone not invovled personally or familial with an individual electing this option.

    Another issue is the problem aiding such action causes for most doctors and nurses given their profession oath. That one, I can't answer personally becuase I am neither. But ultimately I do believe it is an individual choice and others should not be able to stop the action.
  • +4 raves
    Maggie May 22, 2009 22:35:10
    Maggie

    I think that assisted suicide and the "Death with Dignity" law...

    This is something I have a hard time accepting. I know that if it were me, in pain and really suffering knowing my days were limited, I would probably ask for assisted suicide.

    However, my Christian beliefs tell me that if we ask for
    Assisted Suicide, we are not trusting God and are taking matters into our own hands. Considering all this, I do not know that there really is a good answer to this question. Each person has to make their own decisions.

    If I were hooked up to all kinds of life saving devices and knew they were keeping me alive artificially and that I would not get better, I would ask to be taken off life support.

    I am not sure if being taken off a life support device, when a person is terminal, qualifies as an assisted suicide.

    I consider assisted suicide as being given medication that stops the heart and other organs in the body from functioning. This is what I would consider Assisted Suicide, as it was administered at the resquest of the patient.

    Maggy
  • cronewi... Maggie May 31, 2009 16:38:38
    cronewinter
    Maggie I understand where you are coming from but doesn't medication, surgery and CPR intervene in gods will? Each time you see a Dr. or take an aspirin you are interfering in gods decision that you be sick or in pain..no real difference except in the degree of interference.
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