Column clarifies the ancient dispute regarding sola scriptura, as understood by Protestantism, and scripture and tradition, as taught by Roman Catholicism
Assisted suicide is actually an admission of pragmatism and reality. Palliative means two things: you’re going to die and you’re going to die in the very near future. We all die. Even Methuselah finally died at the age 969 and Jared at the age of 962. What is wrong with saving yourself and your family a huge amount of pain and anguish and leaving this world with some grace and dignity? Having worked in health care for 25 years, I have seen, smelled and heard the sometimes protracted journey to death. It’s not pretty or humane. Being present when a loved one gurgles towards death is not a pleasant experience.