[syriacus]

The court of jurisdiction ruled, and was affirmed over many many appeals.

Michael dragged the government (Greer) into the case.

Greer overstepped his jurisdiction, by ordering that Terri receive nothing to eat or drink.

Greer did not simply grant Michael Schiavo the discretion to remove nutrition and hydration from Terri. Greer ORDERED him to do it. Second, the order goes beyond removal of the feeding tube and includes food and hydration by natural means....

Greer exceeded his authority under Florida law. By ordering Michael to have the tube removed, Greer eliminated the exercise of discretion by the guardian and exercised it himself. Greer eliminated any exercise of discretion by Michael to change his mind. In fact, if he did change his mind, Schiavo would have had to file a motion asking Greer to rescind his order.

At left, George Greer, telling the reporters that Terri died a peaceful and beautiful death.

[syriacus]

Sorry, I meant to say

At left, George Felos, telling the reporters that Terri never looked more beautiful and died a peaceful death.

Beautiful? George has got a bridge to sell you.

I don't trust people who exaggerate.

[HairOfTheDog]

I think the more impartial recollection is that MS allowed the Schindlers to argue their wishes before a court. He didn't have to do that. He could have removed the tube without the court. He instead left it to the court after hearing the Schindler's plea. IMHO that's more than fair.

Good night - I'm done talking about Terri here. Re-arguing the Terri fight over and over and over again will get us nowhere.

I'm interested in the issues, not just that case.