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  • Freshparsnip@lemm.ee
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    1 day ago

    When an animal is old and dying, you’re expected to euthanize it. When a human is old and dying, you’re expected to keep them alive as long as possible

    • ohwhatfollyisman@lemmy.world
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      21 hours ago

      a pet doesn’t leave behind an estate to inherit. laws are hesitant on human euthanasia because of the scope of misuse by greedy beneficiaries of wills.

      • silly goose meekah@lemmy.world
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        4 hours ago

        Maybe we should rethink ownership as a concept. Is it really necessary? I feel like it causes a lot of trouble without solving much. Why can’t humans just properly work together in a society that shares resources with those in need?