Euthanasia

Legally, PAS and euthanasia are illegal in an overwhelming majority of states in the U.S. Morally, PAS and euthanasia are against God's law. Opposing euthanasia or PAS should be a conviction supported by all individuals because of the pain and suffering these alternatives cause to a significant number of individuals. This analysis will provide an argument to support my conviction that euthanasia or PAS are both morally reprehensible and politically illegal. A conclusion will provide a reflection on the relationship between my moral/political conviction and the "rhetorical convictions" that guide my engagement with the other.

Morally, PAS or euthanasia transgresses against the laws of God in nearly every major religion, including Christianity, Islam and Judaism. Tho

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possess a fundamental right to assisted suicide which should be supported by legislative or judicial action. Lawrence O. Gostin (1997) argues that the U.S. Supreme Court has recognized the constitutional right of terminally ill patients to die, but has "found no similar right to be assisted in their death by a physician" (p. 1523). Legally, every court in the nation has made the distinction between withdrawing life-sustaining treatment on the one hand and active euthanasia or PAS on the other. The latter remains illegal in every state in the nation except for Oregon, whose "Right to Die Law," permitted active euthanasia, was upheld by the Supreme Court. Not only is PAS or euthanasia morally reprehensible and politically (i.e. legislatively) illegal, but it is an issue I believe all persons should oppose. All individuals should hold the conviction that euthanasia and PAS are immoral and illegal, primarily because of the enormous pain and suffering engaging in these acts caused the loved ones who survive the deceased. The media frenzy, political and legal battles, and emotional turmoil experienced by the survivors of Terry Schiavo in Florida demonstrate the incredible pain and suffering experienced by survivors of th
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