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The main argument I've heard against euthanasia (excluding religious ones) is that it may induce an obligation or pressure for terminally ill people to die. Peo
by klondike_ 8y ago
The main argument I've heard against euthanasia (excluding religious ones) is that it may induce an obligation or pressure for terminally ill people to die. People with terminal diseases can be a financial and emotional burden on their family and society, which may cause family members or doctors to coerce patients to be euthanized.
So far, in places where euthanasia is legal, this isn't the case. I doubt it ever will be, but I can understand how people can fear widespread euthanasia for that reason.
- candiodari 8y agoWorse than that, it can provide an avenue for people who commit crimes to ... shall we say encourage what, for them, would be a solution.