That is... A group of christians that spew disinformation and lies to instigate anger, fear and hate.
Is it just me or does this smell like a DeLay manuver to you, too?
First, They started by talking about something that they didn't know about...
"Today a Mayo Clinic neurologist indicated that previous assertions that Terri Schiavo is in a Persistent Vegetative State (PVS) are incorrect. I, like many Americans who have seen the videos of her interacting with her parents, also question the PVS diagnosis. In fact, I question the validity of the concept of Persistent Vegetative State diagnosis. It is pejorative because it labels a person as being a vegetable--taking away their humanity. It is also impossible to establish this diagnosis. Some patients who have come out of PVS have stated that their mind was in a prison but they knew what was going on around them."
Second, They appear to stay on topic... but change the subject.
Dr. Stevens also addressed the pain of dying from starvation.
"Is dying of thirst and dehydration a painless death as some experts have asserted? Most so-called experts have never seen someone die in this manner. Unfortunately, having worked for 13 years in Africa, where the most common cause of death in children is dehydration from gastroenteritis, I have seen hundreds if not thousands of patients with dehydration and some of them so far gone, that despite resuscitation attempts, they died."
Finally, They imply (lie?) that Terry Schiavo is experience what a conscious people would. 4 points for graphic examples.
"Some patients have hallucinations and seizures as their body chemistry becomes even more imbalanced. This proceeds to coma before death occurs. The final event as the blood pressure becomes almost undetectable is a major heart arrhythmia that stops the heart from pumping.
"Contrary to those that try to paint a picture of a gentle process, death by dehydration is a cruel, inhumane and often agonizing death."
Pissed off yet? I was so I wrote:
margie@cmdahome.org
What a mean spirited 'crusade' of lies and hate.
You call yourselves 'Christian' and Mr. Stevens a 'Doctor' but that's hard to believe.
Here's what a 'real' doctor (appointed by Gov. Jeb Bush) who actually examined Theresa Schiavo had to say...
Here's a link to Dr. Wolfson's Report excerpts below.
You must have seen this report and you should be ashamed of your actions.
Your false testimony and vicious actions will haunt you and your organization for all time.
Shame on you.
Steve K
And the Mayo Clinic
I am concerned about the interview quoting Dr. Stevens, M.D. of the Mayo Clinic.
He is quoted by the Christian Medical and Dental Assn. as saying, "I, like many Americans who have seen the videos of her interacting with her parents, also question the PVS diagnosis. In fact, I question the validity of the concept of Persistent Vegetative State diagnosis. It is pejorative because it labels a person as being a vegetable -- taking away their humanity. It is also impossible to establish this diagnosis. Some patients who have come out of PVS have stated that their mind was in a prison but they knew what was going on around them."
How can you allow a doctor on your staff make such a statement based on viewing 4 year old edited video?
Respectfully,
Steve K
PS - Cross-posting to Daily Kos to document.