Now is the time to begin organizing (No one should profit from Terri Schaivo's death)

25 March 2005 | Captain Rhino

[Captain Rhino]

There have been postings here on Free Republic describing how much money Michael Schaivo will make from Terri Schaivo's death. The money would come from book deals, made for television movies, speaking fees, etc. I expect that his lawyer, Geroge Felos, will also be looking to continue "cashing-in" on Terri. And there are certain to be others.

While I can only speak for myself, I intend to protest against Terri Schaivo's treatment and death by boycotting the products and services of any and all commercial or public organizations that are making payments to Mr. Shaivo, Mr. Felos, or any one else seeking to profit from her agony and death. I intend not buy these products and services and to tell their producers loudly and clearly WHY I am boycotting and intend to continue boycotting their products. Each person should examine their conscience and adjust their own purchases of goods and services as seems best in their judgment.

I understand that there is a recall petition circulating in Florida concerning Circuit Court Justice Greer. I wish I were able to sign it and then vote against the justice. Obviously, successfully recalling the justice would send a strong message of displeasure on this issue to other members of the judiciary. I wonder how high up the Florida court structure that judges are elected to office? Appeals Court? State Supreme Court?

Anyway, this is how I intend to begin responding to this unfortunate situation. Can you Freepers think of other ways of effectively showing displeasure at Terri's treatment and impending death??

[WorkingClassFilth]

Would it be possible to arrest and bring murder charges against Greer and Felos and the rest of the scum? Knowing, planning and conspiring to kill Terri Shiavo...

[RememberTheTeutons]

Yeah. Get some buddies, barricade the street, set the block on fire. Worked like a charm for Rodney King.

Sorry, that's pretty extreme. I'm incredibly angry and agitated right now over this Schiavo@Auschwitz thing.

[Iluvbush2]

I would be behind something like that 100%.

[microgood]

Good and a more rational idea than some that have popped into my head recently.

[Goodgirlinred]

If he so much as attempts to make money off of this, I think a loud cry should go up from coast to coast, border to border of this country and around the world against Michael Schiavo and his attorney. Anyone who assists them in making money off of Terri's death should also be put under this scrutiny and should be shunned. Boycott any products, sponsors, bookstores, etc. that promote anything having to do with speeches, books, etc. that they might be using to make money off of Terri's death. Michael said he had nothing to gain by her death. Let's make sure he doesn't!

[RememberTheTeutons]

Economically speaking, yeah, you might be able to prevent some rewarding of Michael Mengele Schiavo. Of course, he'd get his moments in the sun at the MSM despite any efforts on our part to expose him for the filth he is. I'm with you on that one, and it may actually have some effect, though I fear it will be minimal.

Judicially speaking, good luck on trying to get Greer his due in Florida. I'm sure he'd just pull another statute out of his rear end, maybe even making voting illegal in Florida, as that would hamper the run-amok antics of an out-of-control Florida and Federal Judiciary.

Realistically, I'd put most of my hopes on Frist and DeLay, calling that ba$tard Greer to a Congressional Investigation, and exposing that SOB for the naked evil he embodies. He would be the poster child for the rallying cry for the next election cycle.

In an utter perversion of justice, I read online that Greer is PROTECTED by two Federal Marshals due to death threats. Those guys should have been protecting the victim, not the perp.

[WOSG]

Let's make an FR effort to 'write the book' on Terri Schiavo's case.
We have all the material out there about the case.
The good, the bad, and the ugly.

[RememberTheTeutons]

How bout this?

Option One

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Is there a way for the doctors that paid that huge award to Schiavo to recover the unused portion?

I understand that Michael Schiavo argued for the large settlement, since he'd have to "take care" of Terri for 40 to 50 years or so. Can they add up what he spent, and subtract that from the total, and get a "refund" so to speak for the rest?

He obviously didn't spend it on her, and that was the award's intent.

Option Two

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Use the DCF or whatever government agencies you can muster and start suing Schiavo for anything under the sun. Just keep up the pressure. He'll get help from so-called "lawyers" at first, but sooner or later, when the novelty wears off, he'll be defending himself with his "own" money (the blood money he stole from Terri, intended for her care). Drain him of everything he's worth.

[Conservative Goddess]

I like the idea of draining him of every penny he's ever earned, stolen, inherited or ever will earn, steal, or inherit. Someone with proper standing will have to sue him. A member, or members, of the rightly outraged public will not have the requisite standing....but I like the idea. Just have to figure out how to do it.

[beaversmom]

Good on idea on the boycott of products. You know it's coming--books and movies. It's enough to make you want to vomit.

I can't wait to see the glowing portrayal of Schiavo in Hollywood's made for TV movie--based on all the "facts" of course. They'll probably make Terri out to be evil, nuts, or both. This is truly a disgusting world. I guess it always has been from the beginning. So sorry this is being done to you Terri. So sorry for you Mr. and Mrs. Schindler. This is no way to spend the last years of your life

[Hetty_Fauxvert]

They'll probably make Terri out to be evil, nuts, or both.

Oh, no, no, no! They'll portray her as a saint! And her HINO will also be a saint, of course (St. Michael, has a familiar ring, doesn't it?), who only wants to send her off to Heaven in a timely manner. That leaves the Schindlers for the role of the Devil. Sounds like Movie of the Week to me! /sarc

Seriously, I agree, let's make sure that rat-ba$stard never gets a penny from anything.

[gentlestrength]

Can you Freepers think of other ways of effectively showing displeasure at Terri's treatment and impending death??"

Don't view her death as definite yet. Instead, contact Senators and House of Representatives to LEGISLATE something, since the Legislative Branch is EQUAL to the Judicial. (see the Rush Limbaugh transcript on freerepublic.)

It doesn't matter that this is the weekend, or Easter; our elected representatives need to work over the phone and get it done.

We cannot stand by and have our citizens starved to death (You MUST remove the tube")by command of the judicial branch.

EVERY HOUR IS CRITICAL. Lord God keep Terri healthy, despite her appearance. Send Your angels to minister to her. Strengthen her faith, Holy Spirit. Let your Body work for good, Lord. We are here to serve You.

[One of the People]

So, I take it you would be against the parents profiting from movies, books, interviews, etc., as well?

And, I might add that Michael would not be in a position to profit if the Schindlers, the "right to life" movement, Governor Jeb, the Florida Legislature, the United States Congress, and President Bush had not gotten involved.

Do you seriously think that Michael did this to make money? If so, why has he turned down the millions offered by private parties to relinquish his rights as the spouse in this case?

Is it just possible that he is doing what his wife wanted?

[buck61]

BULL SHIT

[Captain Rhino]

So, I take it you would be against the parents profiting from movies, books, interviews, etc., as well?

As a matter of fact, yes, I would if it came as a consequence of her death. I would also object if they use Terri as a money-making engine if she survives (which seems unlikely at this point).

And, I might add that Michael would not be in a position to profit if the Schindlers, the "right to life" movement, Governor Jeb, the Florida Legislature, the United States Congress, and President Bush had not gotten involved.

Your point is true, all the attention has certainly magnified his celebrity and the amount of money he will probably earn once she's dead. The operative phrase being "once she's dead."

Do you seriously think that Michael did this to make money? If so, why has he turned down the millions offered by private parties to relinquish his rights as the spouse in this case?

To be as cynical as possible, at this point, yes. From other postings here, it is reported that his recollection of her desire to die just happens to coincide with the money from the insurance settlement running out (by sheer coincidence, I'm sure). As for the very belated refused million dollar offer to relinquish his guardianship, let us not overlook the influence of his counsel, George Felos, contributer to Justice Greer's reelection campaign, member of the board of directors at Terri's hospice, and a "right-to-die" activist. I read he presently charges $15,000 per speech. How much will he get if Terri doesn't die? No, she must die to complete the story, otherwise the book deals, movie deals, and speaking fees aren't realized.

I also feel that the judical bureaucracy (the fellowship of the black robes) has decided to make Terri Schaivo an examplar of their ultimate power in deciding these matters no matter what elected legislatures or executives want.

And before you cite the various judges, review by multiple courts, etc., recall that there is only one court of fact in this case, Justice Greer's. All the others are courts of law, meaning they are only reviewing application of the law (the legal procedures) by Justice Greer. Is it possible to have a legally valid decision based on erroneous or improperly decided facts? Any elementary class in formal logic would tell you the answer is yes. But just as it is nearly impossible to get prosecutors to admit their misconduct, it is even more difficult to get a judge to admit making factual or procedural errors.

"Is it just possible that he is doing what his wife wanted?"

The evidence of that is, at best, conflicting. Family members on both sides have said opposite things. If he is, why didn't this battle happen 15, 14, 13 years ago when it became clear that Terri would never substantially recover her former quality of life? Why, as reported by his own attorney, does Michael insist on multiple years of therapy? Why does he suddenly cut off all therapy and pursue this course? Did Terri suddenly change her mind? Or did Michael?

[Captain Rhino]

Thanks for reading my post.

Criminal charges seem unlikely. That's why I am boycotting in order to deny the persons and people that approve of their actions any profit on my account.

[Captain Rhino]

Thanks for reading my post.

You're right, that's pretty extreme. If you feel as strongly about it as you do, why not also boycott the persons and organizations that approve of the actions of Michael Schaivo and his supporters and deny them any profit arising from her treatment and death?

[Captain Rhino]

Thanks for reading my post.

Boycotting is a legal and effective way of individually expressing our displeasure. If enough of us make this decision, the effect is magnified.

[Captain Rhino]

Thanks for reading my post.