First of all, do any of you here think it's a crime to help a suffering human end his agony? Any of you think it is? Say so right now. Well, then, what are we doing here?
Jack KevorkianRead
I'm trying to knock the medical profession into accepting its responsibilities, and those responsibilities include assisting their patients with death.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the ethical obligation of the medical profession to provide support in end-of-life choices.
Jack Kevorkian's quote reflects his belief that medical professionals have a moral duty to assist patients in their struggles with terminal illnesses, including decisions around euthanasia and assisted suicide. He argues that the medical community should acknowledge and embrace its responsibilities toward patients who wish to end their suffering, promoting a more compassionate approach to end-of-life care.
Themes
DeathMedicalResponsibilityAssistanceEthics
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in debates on euthanasia laws during a public forum.
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