Assisted suicide bills that have failed in 2016

March 3, 2016aid in dying, assisted suicide, legislation, Maryland, Our News & Commentary BlogDiane Coleman

…also know that there was an informational hearing on assisted suicide held today in Iowa, and that some disability advocates testified in opposition to bills that would legalize such a public policy. To read the entire PRAF release, go here. News media also reported that a Nebraska assisted suicide bill was tied in committee, though it could still possibly move this year. Ironically (from our viewpoint), the Star Herald article was entitled Nebras…

Newest AP Story on Final Exit Network – NDY Quoted

March 30, 2009assisted suicide, final exit network, media coverage, Our News & Commentary Blog, suicideStephen Drake

…latest entry in that line of stories comes today, published in the Detroit News. It tells the story of the planned suicide of Maxine Poris – through the accounts of FEN members, her correspondence, and her “accepting” daughters. Anyone reading with a critical eye can read a story of a woman dealing with the pain and depression that is part of fibromyalgia – and someone who appears to have been pretty isolated. In a story like this, we’re not allow…

NDY Articles and Letters Published in NJ Press Kick Butt

July 3, 2014assisted suicide, john kelly, new jersey, op-ed, Our News & Commentary Blogassisted suicide, Diane Coleman, John Kelly, New JerseyDiane Coleman

…environment, where health-care options are limited, many people already struggle. A2270 would make it worse. That same afternoon, we got the surprise announcement that the bill would be brought up on the Assembly floor for a vote the next day. John had been working on a longer op-ed for a couple days, so he moved into high gear and submitted it to politickernj.com. John’s piece de resistance was published the next day! So, the very day of the vot…

Is Illinois next on the list for the multi-state investigation of Final Exit Network?

February 28, 2009assisted suicide, crime and punishment, final exit network, Our News & Commentary BlogStephen Drake

…r Board member, Hemlock of Illinois (Network Affiliate) Anyone reading the news stories associated with the FEN investigation should know by now that an “Exit Guide” is a FEN member who steers the person wanting to commit suicide through the process. Here’s what they say about “first responders”: A First Responder* in your area will call you, talk you through our procedures, and make arrangements for an Exit Guide to contact you and arrange a pers…

Do You Enjoy Martinis, Bloody Marys and Margharitas? You can Make Them Tastier AND Help NDY!

December 10, 2015donations, fundraising, Our News & Commentary Blogdonations, fundraisingStephen Drake

…rim of a glass is a task that can be difficult and sloppy. But I have good news. There’s a product hot off the shelves that can help you – and if you buy it, you can help Not Dead Yet! Earlier today, our friend, teacher, colleague, ally Paul Timmons made this announcement on Facebook: My son George Kasper‘s business venture. His Mother and I couldn’t be more proud. And…a dollar from every RimJob you buy is gonna go to Not Dead Yet…so…there’s that……