Real Aid in Dying Means Caring for the Dying, Not Helping Them to Die

January 31, 2024

Two older people sitting on a bench, one in a wheelchair

(Newsweek) – As state legislatures convene for 2024, 18 states have had assisted-suicide-enabling legislation introduced, or have it pending from last year, when such legislation was introduced in 15 states. Arguments will be made that the prospect of pain at the end of life means assisted suicide should be legal. It is worth asking, however, whether legalizing assisted suicide is wise public policy. I submit that it is not, and here are four reasons why. (Read More)