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Posted on 05/03/2007 3:17:03 AM PDT by 8mmMauser
I purchased this book last year, and found it to be one of the best references for facts in Terri Schiavo's case. Reading this book is like sitting down with Cheryl and Jan, and listening/watching them present the actual evidence and truth about so many things that the mainstream "pro euthanasia" media has refused to tell. You will see the actual hospital documents, police reports, and so much more.
I will warn you though, that once you learn about the judicial misconduct, FL laws broken, the details of Michaels malpractice case,(money was paid under the claim that Terri had a heart attack brought on by potassium imbalance that was undetected. The autopsy confirmed this assumption was bogus, and that Terri never had a heart attack brought on by anything. The news however, is consistently reporting to this day that the autopsy confirmed the heart attack! There is a lot more about the autopsy that has never been reported. The geniuses reported that the autopsy proves Terri was not strangled, however, it only proves that 15 years later, there is no sign of soft tissue damage - nor would there be if someone was strangled that long ago!) Reporters should be charged with a misleading the public charge for purposely reporting assumptions as truth. And why is it that all the TV stations do not disclose that Terris records were SEALED by Judge Greer?
No one reports on the bone scan that indicated a tremendous force hit her, as well as the multiple fractures and other damage. ****HBO Autopsy Dr. Himself, Mr Baden, had commented on the bone scan before Terris death, and suggested there may have been foul play.*** There is so much corruption involved in Terris case, Pro death judges making their political position the law, instead of obeying the law and keeping their opinions out of it! Greer sealed her case, so why isnt any anchors asking about that? Why were Michaels prescribed anti depressant bottles witnessed by the police the night of the "Incident" taken as evidence? Why were Terris friends and family not questioned regarding Michaels attitude, or any marital problems? The first report on what happened at the Schiavo residence, was titled a homicide. Why was it changed? What happened to the woodwards and Bernsteins in our country? Now each network or cable news feeds off the other, like vultures. They report the same story over and over, from reuters or the like, and rarely ever investigate it themselves. Newspapers follow suit. If someone investigated the five different interviews that Schiavo has given to the media and police reports, Michael Schiavo might very well be behind bars, in the cell next to Scott Peterson.
There is actually v ery little difference between the two, the more you learn about what may very well have happened that night to Terry. Yet strangely, Matt Lauer and Larry King, and all the other news media does not bring up these questions, or question Michael why in the 7 years after Terris "incident" did he never ever tell a soul about Terris wishes that for seven years he supposedly denied? No media outlet reported on the testimony that Schiavo told other people that he had no idea what Terri would have wanted, as they had never spoken of something like that happening in any context. The only time Michael did come out with this revelation was after he asked his girlfriend to marry him, and all of a sudden there was a rush to get rid of Terri and whooops, there it is, a million dollar inheritance!
If someone is in a position to gain something from another persons death, they should not be the guardian of that person. PERIOD. For all the sappy journalists that report that Michael became a nurse to take care of Terry, the truth is that he did not really "care" for Terry. He bossed around nurses, on a Schiavo power trip but he didnt take care of Terri. Did anyone report on the testimony of nurses that said that Terri would be visibly shaken after his visits, and afraid, crying, etc? Did they report that there were nurses that made entries in Terris medical file about things Michael said or did, or how Terri responded, and Michael would see to it that they were removed?
I could go on and on! If you care about the truth, learn more about this case, not just what you hear your TV anchor saying. We all owe that to Terri, because at the very least, what happened to her will affect all of the laws regarding other disabled people like her.
Of course the "Pro Death" movement hates this book, which is why I see some entries in the reviews desperately trying to persuade others to pass it up. They dont want you to see it, which is why you need to see it. Cheryl, who is by the way, a registered nurse gave up her life on the West coast as a consultant to the Schindlers during the fight for Terris life. She was on the inside, aware of all of the facts regarding Terris injuries, her marriage, the inconsistent interviews, Testimonies regarding the night of Terris "incident", and so much more. Ford and Craddock do the legwork in reading all of the court documents, and bring out the parts that others left buried. Cheryl also led thousands of Terris supporters, that grew once the videos were released. Here michael and Judge Greer were talking of Terri as if she were in a coma, as if she were sleeping and not responsive at all. Greer and Schiavo were furious that the videos were released to the public. That now there was proof that Terri was aware, and did respond to family, dr's questions, and requests, could track things with her eyes. Another fallacy of the autopsy was that Terri could not see. False. It was stated that to be sure that Terri could or could not see, a doctor would have to do just what the videos did. They would have to examine her and see how much she was able to see - and any moron could tell that Terri could see to some extent after recognizing family, and following baloons and lights she was requested to follow. The fight4terri group worked 24/7 through internet emails, faxes, phone calls, letters, protests, to reach those with the power to save Terris life.
Anyone upset about the facts in this book, is really angry that the truth is coming out in it. when the truth comes out, the advocates for people like Terri have their agendas pushed back once again. If people like Terri and others with Alzheimers and brain damage, chronic disease, etc are looked at as liabilities within the health system rather than human beings who still have worth, who still have hope, and who still have a right to live with simple food and water. Terri, was not on any machines as was reported on many programs, she was not weak, my Lord, she lasted 14 days without one drop of water. Many of us who are healthy would not last one quarter of that time.
Without this book, you will be missing a great deal of the story on Terris life, the autopsy, as well as what really happened before, during, and after Terri was injured. The book is well written and what really went on in Terri's life will keep you glued to the pages. I am purchasing additional books for lawmakers in hopes of changing our country's guardianship laws. I would encourage everyone who reads it to do the same, if you want to stop seeing other innocent people like Terri sentenced to death. There are many more than Terri, every day, who die silently, with no one to speak for them. The hospice agenda of starving patients has gone out of control. Terri and others like her, are dying painful, horrible deaths, in rooms far away from Katie Courick, Matt Lauer or Larry King. They are dying with nurses and doctors standing by, ignoring the oath they took not to harm their patients. These are people who never agreed to such torture, and pain. People being starved, guilty of being disabled, and needing someone to bring the food and water to their mouth, to a straw or to a longer straw going into the stomach if their swallowing is affected. there is no difference. The Judge in Terris case (Greer) didnt mandate that she only have the tube taken out, he mandated that even if Terri could eat or drink sustenance by mouth, it would not be offered to her, by his decree. He made sure that police would be there to see that no one allowed Terri to even attempt to eat or drink on her own, regardless of testimony from numerous nurses that she could and did indeed eat on their shifts, jello, pudding and other soft or liquid foods. Instead, given that testimony from multiple sources, Greer made sure that no tests would be done on Terri to confirm whether or not she could eat by mouth! He mandated that Terri do nothing less than DIE. We dont starve murderers, it would be too cruel a death. However, for those with disabilities who can not speak, they are the ones who are forced to suffer that fate, by a Judge who never ever went to see Terri once in all the years that her case was in the courts. Bottom line, we need laws that insure food and water be given to any person without a clear written and signed directive. We need to make sure that men who move on and take another family do not get to decide whether hat happens to the woman they left behind. Every womens group that turned a deaf ear to Terri, should be totally ashamed. ACLU as well. The same Judge that was appointed to watch over Terris medical funds to make sure they were there for her, should not have been able to allow her husband to take them, and buy an expensive lawyer that he could not afford on his own with her medical care money! You will see the judicial misconduct in this case and it will make you scream! If the world knew what was in this book before Terri died, she would be alive right now! My gratitude to Ford and Craddock for such an excellent and much needed book.
Mrs. Debra Ferguson Disability Rights Advocate, SC
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Texas Right To Life, which initially lobbied to get indefinite treatment, didn't fight for it in the compromise. But Dr. Deuell and other lawmakers have accused the organization of purposely misrepresenting the facts and holding up the bill until Monday afternoon. "One group wanted to demagogue the issue ... to hold some members of this body politically hostage," Dr. Deuell said. "This issue is not about good or evil people. This literally is life or death." Texas Right To Life director Elizabeth Graham refused to clarify why the organization didn't stick to its "indefinite care" credo. She said Texas Right To Life had some serious concerns with the wording of the compromise, particularly as it related to people with disabilities. "We are now comfortable that [the bill] no longer weakens the current law," Ms. Graham said. When it was enacted in 1999, Texas' Advance Directives Act was a watershed compromise: Endorsed by doctors and right-to-life advocates alike, it gave a team of health care specialists and ethics experts final say over when to end "futile" life support. But after the Terri Schiavo case in Florida politicized the end-of-life debate, Texas Right To Life and other organizations that helped craft the 10-day transfer rule spent this legislative session trying to dismantle it. The legislation now heads to the House for a vote.
Senate OKs longer end-of-life care
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Earlier, I posted on this remarkable woman and how she may be nationally recognized in an upcoming contest. Well, she is now in the top five. We called for a freep in the earlier post in knowing it would enhance Terri's Legacy. We are sure it would please Terri's family to see Kate win, as well. Right now, Kate is behind in the vote. Two others have pulled ahead of her. I just voted.
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LOS ANGELES, Calif., May 14 /Christian Newswire/ – “We’re looking for the healthiest woman in America – but as we know, health is about so much more than just avoiding disease,” states. Liz Vacarello, Editor-in-Chief of Prevention Magazine. “It’s about eating right, being optimistic, & exercising. Its about having people look at you and say, ‘wow, if she can be healthy – than I can, too!’”
“Now the hard part begins – because now the American public needs to vote for the woman that inspires them most!” declares Ms. Vacarello.
Kate Adamson, survivor of a massive double brainstem stroke at the age of 33, gained national & international attention during the weeks preceding the starvation & dehydration death of Terri Schiavo. As an outspoken advocate of saving Terri from the horrible pain of being without food & water, Kate is one of a very small number of living & functioning people that can testify to the pain involved in that type of ‘treatment’. She had her feeding tube pulled for 8 days and shares how it was one of the most painful experiences of her life. “I was paralyzed completely. I heard the doctors and my husband talking about how very sick I was. I know what its like to be trapped inside a body unable to give your caretakers the sign they’re looking for to let them know that you’re still here – that you want to live!” declares Ms. Adamson.
“Since my stroke, advocacy for the disabled is something that I have dedicated my life to. I can be a voice for those without a voice. Winning this contest will help me to continue traveling the country speaking out on behalf of those who cannot speak. I have met with governors & state legislatures, members of the medical community, families & friends of those afflicted. I am in the unique position of knowing what is needed during this time of life & death decisions. The contest prize will allow me to continue to do what I feel God has called me to do.”
To vote for Kate Adamson, visit www.abcnewsnow.com.
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She indicated that one official told her the coach would rescind the scholarship and told her to think about her options -- a comment she interpreted as encouraging her to get an abortion to keep the financial support.
She told ESPN she ultimately decided to have an abortion due to the fact that maybe I wouldn't get my scholarship back," and said the weight of the pressure from Clemson to get an abortion was a nine on a scale of 1 to 10.
Clemson University Upset by ESPN Report on Abortion and Scholarships
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Washington, DC (LifeNews.com) -- With the three leading Republican candidates for president having inconsistent views on abortion and other pro-life issues, some pro-life voters may be looking for an alternative with a strong chance of capturing the GOP presidential nod. Pro-life advocates say Fred Thompson is that candidate and will announce a bid soon.
Pro-Life Advocates Say Fred Thompson Close to Announcing Prez Bid
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The Vatican (LifeNews.com) -- Comments Pope Benedict XVI made last week about abortion and Catholic politicians are continuing to cause a stir around the globe. The pontiff told reporters during his plane ride to Brazil that Catholic politicians who back abortion have excommunicated themselves and shouldn't receive communion.
Pope Benedict's Comments on Abortion, Catholics Draw Strong Support
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(CNSNews.com) - Planned Parenthood is under fire after one of its employees was recorded encouraging a student - who was posing as a pregnant minor - to lie about her age in order to obtain an abortion without the abortion provider having to report the "statutory rape" to the police.
Lila Rose, an 18-year-old sophomore at the University of California Los Angeles, visited a Planned Parenthood clinic in the city, posing as a 15-year-old impregnated by her 23-year-old boyfriend. The visit was part of an investigation for The Advocate, a new pro-life magazine distributed on the UCLA campus.
Abortion Provider Caught Encouraging Minor to Lie About Age
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Surprise, surprise!
I think Satan is against it, too.
A group of House Democrats yesterday publicly repudiated the Pope’s recent suggestion that politicians who support abortion rights should be excommunicated from the Roman Catholic Church.
Eighteen House Democrats, led by Rep. Rosa DeLauro (D-Conn.), are responding to Pope Benedict XVI’s statement that indicated he would support Mexican bishops if they were to excommunicate Mexican legislators who voted last month to legalize abortion in Mexico City.
House Dems repudiate Pope’s abortion remarks
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This eagerness to end a human life is frightening. Hope Emilio wins.
The child probably hasn't long to live, but they even want to take his few moments away.
The people responsible for these barbarisms call themselves "bioethicists." Some ethics. They inflict cruelty in the name of mercy, death in the name of compassion. They are poster children for Hell.
Michael, crazy Judge Greer and others fought tooth and nail to prevent a second opinion on Terri. It was sadistic they way they kept the parents from visiting her or anyone doing something nice to her and the horrific way she was killed. To me, that spoke volumes.
Don't discount the thought they may fear Emilio could live longer and even get better. We remember only too well the solemn pronouncements of near and certain death of our son from the time he was born. It would be a blow to doctors' egos above and beyond their bioethickal death wishes. I would worry that they may wish to hasten his passing any way they could for face saving if nothing else.
Perhaps with all the prayers, he will do better and confound them all.
Felons voting? I think they are deliberating on violent felons vs. non-violent felons. Anyway, it was more important to Charlie Crist than to tackle property taxes and homeowner’s insurance. He’s for the few instead of for the many. He’s a fundraisin’ panderer, that’s all.
That's good advice. I didn't rule out the boy having chances but should have phrased it with more room for hope and faith. Where there's life, there's hope. Prayers for Emilio.
Thank you, those are valuable stories that everyone could learn from. We can probably all think of cases in our own family or among friends — people we personally know well — where a patient beat the odds or fooled the doctors. Let us keep faith. Albert Payson Terhune, the “collie” writer, had a favorite maxim that fits: “Courage consists of hanging on one minute longer.”
Felons can't stand the light of truth.
I thought you phrased it accurately.
True.
Thank you. Mauser had a fair point too. Either way our hearts are with this child, and that is the important thing.
Here is another beautiful way of looking at life (just because I like to post this as often as reasonable :-) ):
"At the end of our lives, we will not be judged by how many diplomas we have received, how much money we have made or how many great things we have done. We will be judged by ‘I was hungry and you gave me to eat. I was naked and you clothed me. I was homeless and you took me in.’" -- Mother Teresa
I have noticed that for quite some time we have not had trolls appearing on this thread. For a while they were really in a frenzy trying to disrupt the thread.
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