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Audrey Ignatoff: Let’s Win the War Against Bullying of Disabled People!

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An important and groundbreaking bill, NJ A4519 was introduced into the New Jersey Legislature by Representative Daniel Benson, and cosponsored by Representatives Valerie Huttle and Anthony Verrelli. This bill, “AN ACT concerning the bullying of disabled persons”, will extend the statute of limitations for disabled minors and adults who have been bullied, abused, exploited, and neglected. … Continue reading Audrey Ignatoff: Let’s Win the War Against Bullying of Disabled People! →

New Jersey: Disability Advocates Testify Against Assisted Suicide Bill

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Assisted suicide is being promoted once again in New Jersey, going through the Assembly Judiciary meeting. This bill made it through the Assembly twice in previous legislative sessions, but failed to garner enough votes in the NJ Senate. Now, with the election of a new Governor and new members in the Legislature, the supporters of this … Continue reading New Jersey: Disability Advocates Testify Against Assisted Suicide Bill →

Surprise Assisted Suicide Committee Vote Scheduled in NY; NDY Letter

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I know I shouldn’t be surprised anymore when pro-assisted suicide advocates convince legislators to spring a surprise committee hearing or vote on us. On a worldwide basis, the assisted suicide movement has declared the disability community to be their enemy #1. We have first hand experience with economic oppression, societal devaluation and various forms of … Continue reading Surprise Assisted Suicide Committee Vote Scheduled in NY; NDY Letter →

Maryland: Assisted Suicide Bills Killed Quietly in Committees – Updates on California and Rhode Island

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Good news – for now – in Maryland.  According to the Baltimore Sun: Hope ended Wednesday for those who wanted Maryland to pass a “death with dignity” law this year. Leaders of two key committees considering a bill that would have allowed doctors to prescribe medicine to help terminally ill patients end their lives decided … Continue reading Maryland: Assisted Suicide Bills Killed Quietly in Committees – Updates on California and Rhode Island →

Maryland Disability Rights Advocates Make Strong Showing In Hearing on Assisted Suicide Bill

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On Tuesday, March 10, the Maryland Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee conducted a hearing on Senate Bill 676, which would legalize assisted suicide in the state of Maryland if passed. Crosby King testified on behalf on Not Dead Yet.  Below is an excerpt of his written testimony. The full text is available here. We already see … Continue reading Maryland Disability Rights Advocates Make Strong Showing In Hearing on Assisted Suicide Bill →