In case you’re wondering, the Final Exit Network and its “work” was never a secret. In fact, they got a big boost of publicity nearly a year ago, from NY Times Health columnist Jane E. Brody. The column – and her promotion of Final Exit Network – was addressed in this blog: After laying out … Continue reading NY Times Columnist Promoted Final Exit Network and Gave Contact Info
The latest AP story on the Final Exit Network investigation is out. This link is to SignonSanDiego.com: Barbara Coombs Lee, president of the national advocacy group Compassion and Choices, said prosecuting assisted suicide only drives it underground. “It’s not the way to make it safe. The plastic bag is sort of the end-of-life equivalent of … Continue reading AP Story Quotes NDY on Final Exit Network
This story just broke last night, but it keeps growing. I am sure there will be further updates to share in the days ahead: From the Atlanta-Journal Constitution: The death had been planned for months, authorities say. Two helium tanks were purchased, along with an “exit bag,” or hood to be placed over the suicidal … Continue reading Four in “Final Exit Network” Arrested in Georgia Sting Operation
Long-time readers of this blog might remember that Not Dead Yet took part in the blog against the telethon in 2007. Jerry Lewis and the MDA telethon have been powerful producers and reinforcers of negative stereotypes of people with physical disabilities, all of whom get to be the victim of the negative stereotyping. MDA and … Continue reading Sunday Night Oscar Protests Against Humanitarian Award for Jerry Lewis
In addition to the situations in Montana and New Hampshire, there’s been considerable concern of a renewed effort to reintroduce and pass a bill that would legalize assisted suicide in Hawaii. According to the Honolulu Advertiser, that isn’t going happen – for now, anyway: HONOLULU — The Hawaii Legislature will not take up a proposal … Continue reading Good News: Hawaii legislature shelves assisted suicide legislation – for now
