Reply #33: It's very late (Sun. Morn). I don't know how I missed this thread...

[Sugarbleus]

Great debate here. I'm equally, and pleasantly, surprised that common dreams hosted that article.......it was fantastic!

And just for the record:While I am on the side of TS's family, and while I agree with Banazir's dedication to disabled rights (as I am), I don't have a problem with persons making their end of life/medical treatment wishes known via legal documentation.

My worry is with the medical establishment/health insurance companies "pushing" futile care language on unsuspecting families and patients.

I'm also concerned about undocumented hearsay from "guardians" as to what the "patient wanted"(when they cannot speak for themselves)........again, make out your wills early and review them often as you age.

The thing that blew me completely away this last week and a half was the language used by my fellow dems regarding seriously disabled persons and the seemingly disregard to the entire disability rights issues...hasn't been very pleasant, frankly it's been frigtening.

Ultimately, it's each to his own...but make that CLEAR so ya don't fall into temorary asphasia, or something, and watch helplessly as the doc comes at you with a nice overdose of Morphine!

I apologize to many posters in DU for yelling at them. It's been a tremedously stressful period. I've been concerned, frustrated and AFRAID.

Best to all,