Originally Posted by
Kazimiera
This is the problem with euthanasia.
I support the concept and as a healthcare provider, I would have no problems administering or being present during euthanasia.
HOWEVER, the danger of the slippery slope is real. Over time, the scope of eligibility broadens more and more. It started off with terminally ill people who have a short time left to live. After that it became a terminal illness even where there was no time period. So it progressed. First it was adults over 18. In the Netherlands that age was dropped to 12 and in Belgium the lower age limit has been done away with completely.
Whereas I agree with euthanasia, I would vote against it every time to prevent this dangerous slippery slope where it becomes acceptable to do away with 'inconvenient' people.
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