That's what I don't understand. Previously to this, personal attacks were either pulled as posted or the freeper was suspended.
I'm sure things will calm down eventually... it's difficult for some to remain calm and rational when they are so fired up about this (see thread title!).
For those of us who believe in the sanctity of life, do not believe a physically healthy although brain damaged human being should be starved to death on the say so of a husband who forgot to mention it until seven years into the accident and two years into a new romance and a new baby, the whole thing is frustratingly evil. Personally, I see a slippery slope, rather like the Netherlands - this is how it starts.
Anyhow, I am sure those calling for the impossible will calm down - I know they are feeling frustrated and powerless at this time.