Also, the use of the term “vegetable” on a human being, even if seriously ill or disabled in the exercise of his highest functions, is and always will be a human being, and he will never become a ‘vegetable’ or an ‘animal.’ Removing her nutrition and hydration without any consideration for her religious beliefs is, a denial of her religious liberty and her right to freely practice her religious beliefs.
We were discussing that last night. It allows people to start seeing these disabled people as subhuman. If they aren't human, then killing them is easy.
I don't care what the mental capacity, or lack thereof, of a human being is, they are still a human being.
It is obvious, especially after listening to Felos' description of Terri, that he thinks he is God's agent. This, after all, has become his life's work - to assist those he has condemned simply so he can be part of the process. It is an obsession and I say Felos is missing a few screws.