Should We Have The Right To Die

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We are said to have the right to live, so should we have the right to die? Well what if we had the right to death would it be for the better or for the worse, I tend to think that it is for the better. When given the power to choose when one wants to end their life it can be stressful. Things in a person life can be challenging and others may not even notice it. Some of one’s decision could stem from have an incurable disease or one that is overpowering and emotionally draining. People with a lifelong disease such as non-curable cancer or brain problems should have the choice to end their pain and suffering. As well as people with mind diseases such as depression or anxiety. Someone who is competent of deciding should have that right to decide

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