Life, Death, and Ethics: A Critical Examination

This chapter explores the complex ethical implications of medically assisted suicide, particularly in relation to healthcare costs and societal attitudes toward suffering. It critiques past population control ideologies and their impact on beliefs about life, emphasizing a value for human life amidst the discourse on disability rights. Through historical debates and contemporary examples, the chapter advocates for the intrinsic worth of all individuals, challenging the normalization of choosing death over life due to economic pressures.