Free Quote by Stephen Hawking
“I think those who have a terminal illness and are in great pain should have the right to choose to end their own life, and those that help them should be free from prosecution.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public interview, 2014
Advocates for assisted dying rights for terminally ill in unbearable pain, urging legal protection for helpers.
In simple terms: Support right to end life for terminally ill in pain, protect helpers.
Legalize assisted death, protect caregivers.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- Hospitals
- palliative care
- legislative debates
- family decision‑making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What safeguards ensure voluntary choice?
- How to balance autonomy with societal values?
Opposition cites potential for abuse and moral objections.