Still no legal pathway for assisted dying in Ireland
Summary
Tom Curran, a Right to Die campaigner, discusses the stalled Irish assisted dying bill, attributing the delay to political cowardice despite public support and an all-party committee recommendation. He shares his personal experience with his late partner Marie and argues that legalizing the practice would allow people to plan for the future without stigma. Curran counters concerns about vulnerability by citing successful international models and notes that many Irish citizens currently travel to Switzerland for assisted deaths.
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Introduction to Tom Curran and assisted dying bill
Political inaction and the all-party committee
Public support and political cowardice
Meetings with TDs and Senators
Personal story of Marie Fleming and planning ahead
Stigma and traveling to Switzerland
Addressing fears of vulnerability and abuse
International examples and the Oregon case
Conclusion and sign-off
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