"Whatever its motives and means, direct euthanasia consists in putting an end to the lives of handicapped, sick, or dying persons. It is morally unacceptable." Catholic Catechism.
In violation of his marriage vows, Mr. Schiavo is living with another woman with whom he has fathered a child. Should one still refer to such a person as a member of Terri's "family" entitled to make the best life and death decisions on her behalf?