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EPISODE · Apr 2, 2021 · 6 MIN

42: Euthanasia

from Egg Timer Philosophy · host Eric Roark

This episode of the egg timer explores James Rachels's influential essay, 'Active and Passive Euthanasia'. Rachels suggests that the distinction based upon the difference between killing and letting die that has shaped medical policy surrounding euthanasia in the United States is deeply flawed. Tune in to find out why Rachels holds this position. Send over your thoughts, questions or ideas for future episodes to: [email protected] Image Attribution: Shutterstock

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