As written in the text, the “Death with Dignity Act” allows physicians to prescribe lethal drugs for terminally ill patients who express the desire to end their own lives. Some people think the law is too permissive; others think it is too restrictive. In 3 pages, address the following questions to create your written response:
In your opinion, is the Oregon law morally justified? Why or why not?
Does physician-assisted suicide constitute a dignified death? What makes a death “dignified?”
Do the provisions of the Oregon law safeguard against possible abuses of it?
Should physician-assisted suicide be legalized throughout the United States? Why or why not?
Refer to the Brittany Maynard case as you respond to the questions.
