Letter: Dutch euthanasia falsely portrayed
Thursday, May 17, 2001 | 9 a.m.
Being Dutch, I was appalled at letter writer Kenneth Brennan's ignorance about euthanasia and furious that he compared the Dutch people to Hitler. The Dutch were known for their bravery and resistance work during World War II.
And what does he know about euthanasia in the Netherlands, except what he may have read in some small article in an American newspaper? He seems to be under the impression that this is an easy way to get rid of grandma or grandpa to get their inheritance. Total nonsense. This is a way for the terminally ill and those in chronic pain for whom there is absolutely no hope left, to die with dignity.
He apparently knows nothing about the long process that precedes approval before euthanasia can occur. Those requesting euthanasia usually have their full faculties and must undergo all kinds of tests before approval is given. This process may take months and decisions aren't made lightly.
Why does society approve of euthanizing a very sick animal, but feels that people must suffer till the bitter end?
So, Mr. Brennan, why don't you do some investigating before insulting a nation and making scathing remarks about a subject you apparently know very little about.
MARGOT M. BAYARD
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