Marie-Caroline Schürr, a young woman with a rare genetic disease, is speaking out against a proposed law that would allow assisted dying, which she believes threatens the lives of vulnerable people like herself. Having faced severe physical challenges and dependence due to her condition, she passionately argues for the right to live rather than to be considered a burden.
Marie-Caroline expresses her desire to live fully, despite her disabilities. She emphasizes that her life is filled with struggles, but she finds joy and meaning in it. Every day is a battle, and she fights for her autonomy, wanting to be seen and heard in society. She has accomplished a lot, including education and travel, proving that people with disabilities can lead fulfilling lives.
She raises a crucial point: proposing euthanasia as a solution implies that the lives of people with disabilities are less valuable. She challenges lawmakers to consider the message behind allowing assisted dying. Instead of simplifying life for society, it could lead to the elimination of those who are seen as burdens.
Marie-Caroline argues that society should support and care for vulnerable individuals rather than choose to end their lives. She recalls how, not long ago, Paralympic athletes were celebrated for their courage and strength, highlighting the hypocrisy of valuing their lives while considering euthanasia for those with disabilities.
She firmly states that her life is not a burden. The idea of euthanasia makes her feel guilty for simply existing. She believes that life, even with its challenges, is worth living and that suffering is not a reason to end a life. The real solution lies in providing support and resources for those who struggle, not in suggesting that their lives should be ended.
Marie-Caroline concludes by urging society to help people like her to live rather than die. She wants to be seen as a person worthy of life, not as a burden. She calls for compassion and understanding, asking for the courage to allow her and others to live fully.
This article has been translated and simplified by artificial intelligence from a French article “Fin de vie : « ayez le courage de nous laisser vivre ! »”
It may therefore contain errors. The French version is the reference version..