In Asian cultures, life in all forms is highly regarded, and if one ends their life, their family is shunned. In most major religions, we see the same train of thought. In Taoism/Daoism, we see they believe in the pursuit of longevity of life, eternal life, and they believe death should neither be feared nor desired. Why then does our culture embrace death? In Buddhism, they place great significance on human life. Hindus believe harming oneself is bad "karma," and in Islam we see the Koran objects to taking one's life as well.
Euthanasia, suicide & abortion
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Jack Danforth demonstrates the power of indecision, the courage of the middle road, the forthrightness of waffling, the strength in the word, "maybe".
Priest, Politician, Diplomat Against Christian Right is Might
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I remember when suicide was stigmatized. If you did it, or a family member did it, you were saddened. In Asian cultures, this is a form of making one an outcast if their family member does this. OK, enter in euthanasia. If we allow this, then we need to quit interventions when people attempt suicide. You can't have it both ways.