Advance Quote by Margo MacDonald
“I fully respect people whose personal religious or moral code has God giving, and taking, life. But there are moral and responsible people who wish to have the option of agreeing, with a qualified and registered physician, in advance of the point at which life might become intolerable, that they would be assisted, at their request, to end it.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Scottish Parliament debate on assisted dying, 2005
People should have the right to choose assisted death when life becomes intolerable, under medical supervision.
In simple terms: Allow individuals to end unbearable life with physician help.
Key Takeaway
Support legal, regulated assisted dying options.
Themes
ethics
autonomy
end‑of‑life
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- terminal illness decisions
- advance directives
- patient advocacy
- legal reform
Key Concepts
human rights
medical ethics
palliative care
Questions to Reflect On
- Should society permit assisted dying?
- What safeguards ensure ethical practice?
A Different Perspective
Opposition may argue it undermines the value of life.
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