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This is so important.

I want as much dignity as I can keep when my time comes.

I do not want to saddle my family with crushing debt generated in my last few weeks of life.

> Personally, I was pretty convinced of the pro argument up until these reports. The thing that's been really disturbing is seeing the Tik Tok trend of kids with depression talking about how they can't wait to turn 18 so they can apply for MAID. I really don't know what to do with that.

Not much. No medical practitioner worth their license would ever entertain the idea of somebody not even old enough to buy a can of PBR to undergo assisted suicide.

Good reason to move there

People should be aware this is rapidly becoming a culture war issue. This is largely because 1) an associated press bombshell article about Canada's medical assistance in dying program (MAID) and 2) American conservatives reorienting their arguments about pro-life to focus on this issue.

The gist of the pro argument is it is only humane to allow people to choose when to die. We know the vast majority of a person's lifetime medical expenses will occur within 90 days of their death. We know medical debt is the main reason people declare bankruptcy. We know there's nothing stopping people from killing themselves in less humane ways (as referenced in this article). The pro argument is an appeal to common decency and practicality.

The gist of the anti argument is these policies innately corrupt medical institutions that are supposed to be stalwart advocates for your right to life. After the initial report in August 2022, there have been a string of anecdotal stories from elderly or disabled people in Canada who had some totally survivable illness and were prescribed MAID. This has extended to individuals who believe they were disliked by medical staff and it would be more convenient to simply "assist" their death. The anti argument is a moral argument that you can't trust institutions with this kind of irreversible power.

Personally, I was pretty convinced of the pro argument up until these reports. The thing that's been really disturbing is seeing the Tik Tok trend of kids with depression talking about how they can't wait to turn 18 so they can apply for MAID. I really don't know what to do with that.

Sharing this because I thought people might relate to the shift in views I personally experienced over the past few months.

Full disclosure - In my haste I misread 'arcadey' as 'archery' in your original post :-). If you check it out, lemme know though. Been on my list to explore at some point.

You don’t actually expect Republicans to propose anything that would benefit anyone but a small group of already wealthy people do you?

Good, who the hell wants to suffer so bad you beg for death. That’s what’s cruel.

Parkville Market is always a great time and a good way to experience new local food and beverage. There's axe throwing across the st as well next to Hog River Brewing.

I think it should be legal in all states.

But only to those who have a diagnosed terminal illness or incurable chronic pain.

But what about my grandmaster plan to go skydiving without a parachute, and crash into the local elementary school pickup line, where Little Billy will say “look mommy, that man is made of strawberry jam!” And he’ll eat my mushy insides before being whisked away, never to be seen again…..

Newhaven , YOU?

It’s two words

It was also a fish market, They sold raw seafood there. Best place to buy it. Better then going to Big Y.

It still works in the summer as long as it hasn't evaporated by then!

Go away drug-dealer.

Awesome. I won't have to use my S&W when the time comes!

They're reminding you you're a winner :)

Figures

Far past time. This is one of those things that's actually done but never talked about. Keeping somebody "alive" just because we can is cruel. If you don't already have an end-of-life directive, GET one.

https://ct-n.com/CTNplayer.asp?livestream=3

Both the pro-aid in dying and anti-aid in dying press conferences can be watched on this feed if anyone is bored, just scrobble back in the line. After watching both I cannot fathom how this bill has not been passed. Yet another “my religion matters more than your pain” issue.

This is the kind and ethical way to lead. Death and dying doesn't have to be so awful for interminably ill patients. And those who help their loved ones leave according to their own wishes should not be at risk of criminal action.

Death with dignity... we should be just as humane with people as we are with our pets.

Interesting, thanks!

It is sad but I am all for it.

Canton