Contents

• Introduction: history of the euthanasia debate
• Point: states have a duty to protect life in all forms
• Counterpoint: end-of-life decisions are personal matters - - Point: without clear evidence of intent, life support should be administered
• Counterpoint: the state should not intervene to keep people on life support
• Point: state bans on physician-assisted suicide protect life
• Counterpoint: state bans on physician-assisted suicide prolong suffering
• Conclusion: the future of the euthanasia debate