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The concept of a “good death” has been debated since the beginning of civilization. In the 21st Century, longer lifespans and advances in medicine have resulted in new legislation regarding an individual’s “right to die.” The option to end one’s own life, when pain becomes intolerable or the quality of life is nonexistent, is an issue at the forefront of modern society. Who among us would trade places with a patient, dependent on machines and other people, for every aspect of their life? Who among us wouldn’t choose doctor-assisted death, if that option were available? During the last two decades, the states of Oregon, Washington, and Montana passed euthanasia legislation, and ...
The greatest violence and violation of human life is legalization of its disposability and annihilation based on its condition. Such killing, whether of self or another, depicts absolute contradiction and betrayal of the very hypothesis of humanity. It manifests absolute failure to provide due care, and that is inhuman. Human life is who we are. It is the basis of any argument for human rights. There cannot be a right to terminate the existence of the rights bearer. Such a right contradicts the possibility of its own existence. There cannot be dignity in terminating the one in whom dignity resides. There can only be indignity in killing a person. The paradox of legalization of euthanasia and...
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Explains how to show, care for, show, and breed Dalmatians. Also describes the history and development of the breed.
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Abstract: This is the final report of the White House Conference for a Drug Free America presented to the President of the United States and members of the 100th Congress. The primary aim of this conference was to gather integrated view points from American citizens on how to solve illegal drug problems in the country. The opinions of the following among others were sought: law enforcement, health care and research professionals; corporate and labor leaders; parents; and educators. The report examines the scope of the drug problem, the evolvement of the situation, and offers some solutions. Emphasis is placed on prevention recommendations. Resources on drug issues, recommended reading, and audiovisual materials are included.