Opinion | The issue lies in caring for the dying

Jane Swift, a former governor of Massachusetts, condemns legislation allowing physician-assisted death, arguing it distracts from urgent healthcare reforms. She shares her personal grief over her husband's failing health and emphasizes the need to improve end-of-life care through expanded hospice access, better doctor training in honest communication, and streamlined legal paperwork. Swift advocates for systemic reforms to ensure that patients receive compassionate support and dignity during their final days, rather than opting for assisted suicide.

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