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> [Arlo against]
> > The idea that "who lives and who dies" should be decided by "who has money" 
> > >
> underlies the modern discourse on healthcare.
> 
> I think each person should have a say in how the healthcare of every other 
> person
> is provided.  For instance, if Smith needs a blood transfusion I should be 
> able to
> provide him with my blood.  If his/her blood type is different from mine, I 
> should
> be able to trade mine at a blood bank for his/her type.  If Jones needs an
> operation, I should be able to offer, e.g., to paint the doctor's house so 
> that he
> will perform the operation.  Or I could pay someone else to paint the house.  
> Or
> just pay the doctor.  Needless to say, I shouldn't be forced to do these 
> things
> (unless I have voluntarily committed to do so.)
> Craig     

Needless to say I agree. The right to life doesn't mean others are obligated
to support you.

Platt
 

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