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HIGHLIGHT PIECE OF THE WEEK:
Huge Victories in Maryland and Virginia
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We have seen some incredible victories in the fight against assisted suicide this week in both Maryland and Virginia. Read our latest update to see which states no longer have active bills to implement assisted suicide. We are grateful to all the advocates fighting to protect lives!
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Ian McIntosh Speaks Against Assisted Suicide
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Our Director of Disability Outreach, Ian McIntosh, had the opportunity to speak against assisted suicide on 8News Richmond. You can watch his bold statement at the link below.
Watch the Clip (1 min)
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Don't Deny Care To Those Who Need it Most
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Jules Good of Neighborhood Access writes, "While proponents claim that assisted suicide is only for “terminally ill people who are about to die anyway,” they ignore the fact that many disabilities can become terminal if left untreated. In our for-profit healthcare system, denying or merely delaying care can make an otherwise manageable disability terminal."
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ICYMI: Our Latest Webinar
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The latest webinar we hosted covered the patient impact of assisted suicide. Speakers include Nicole D. Hayes, Vikki Vickers, Jules Good, Patty Mouton, Heather Weininger, and Matt Vallière.
Watch Here
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"End Assisted Suicide" is the group of plaintiffs suing the state of California to overturn the Assisted Suicide law there. Our 501(c)(3) sister organization, the Institute for Patients' Rights, has joined this ground-breaking lawsuit as a plaintiff.
Below is one of the many reasons why this group is fighting against the assisted suicide law in California.
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If you’re in crisis, there are options available to help you cope. You can call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at any time to connect with a trained crisis counselor. For confidential support available 24/7 for everyone in the U.S., call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org.
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