Life or death
The beliefs and views of our country are hypocritical and unjust. As we grow from a young child to a mature adult, we are taught many things such as that killing another human being is wrong, it is against the law and goes against most people's religious beliefs. Yet, there are some instances when this rule does not seem to apply. If someone kills another in self-defense it is seen as an act of bravery, if a soldier kills an enemy in war it is seen as courageous and honorable. But who is to say that these acts are more justifiable than allowing someone who is in extreme pain and suffering to be given an opportunity to end their own lives with the help of another. As the world around us changes at an incredible rate, we must always ask ourselves if these changes are in our own best interest. The decisions that people make are always up for debate by anyone who has an opinion one way or another. The debate of euthanasia has been ongoing for many years and as of now, there is no end in sight. There are many views on the topic of euthanasia, some people believe that it should be open to anyone who feels that their life is not worth living; while others think that there is no justifiable reason for euthanasia
be allowed. These opposing sides have many different reasons for believing what they do, some reasons people give for euthanasia are intriguing and very thought provoking. Some people believe that a person with an incurable disease or severe disability that causes life to be racked with pain or so burdensome that a meaningful and desirable existence has ceased, then this person should be allowed to die. This conclusion should only be allowed after all other alternatives have been thoroughly considered. While these views and arguments are very interesting and thought provoking there are many more people who believe that euthanasia is wrong. There are majority of people can be separated into three main groups. The groups that are fighting against the legalization of euthanasia are conservative religious groups, medical associations, and groups concerned with disabilities. These three groups all have their own argument on why we should no allow the use of euthanasia. As for the groups concerned with people with disabilities, they have their own original argument. They believe that even if assisted suicide is accepted in the most limited forms, after people become more comfortable with the idea doctors might eventually allow the killing of the handicapped, the poor, or the elderly. The belief that once legal, subsequent move are inevitable and will only cause more problems in the long run. These concerned people feel that without proper safeguards this "slippery slope" will without a doubt come into play. The religious groups feel that it is God's place to decide the time and place of a person's death, not your own. They feel that if someone chooses to take an innocent life, they are "playing God". Yet, if that is the case one must then question the use of medicine and the act of helping others. If someone has been in a car accident and is bleeding to death should we just stand there and watch, because it is God's will for that person to die. Anyone who makes this claim form a religious point of view must state when human action is supposed to encroach on divine power. These three groups have come up with there own defenses regarding the banning of euthanasia. Other people who are also against assisted suicide have their own beliefs on the matter. Some people believe that no matter what the reason we do not have the right to have other people kill us or assist us in committing suicide. The emoti
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Approximate Word count = 1640
Approximate Pages = 7 (250 words per page double spaced)
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