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A Dangerous Glorification: Euthanasia in Great Britain and the Crisis of Human Dignity, by Ryan Bilodeau – Brown Pelican Society of Lousiana

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By Ryan Bilodeau, Catholic Exchange, December 10, 2024

Ryan Bilodeau is a Theology teacher at Bishop Brady High School in Concord, NH. Beyond the classroom, he extends his passion for Catholicism by assisting parishes and Catholic organizations in enhancing their digital outreach. Ryan’s latest venture, the Catholic Cases app, serves as a tool for Catholics facing moral quandaries. A proud resident of Maine, Ryan cherishes his marriage to his beautiful wife, Ann. Outside of work, Ryan’s interests span across politics, marketing, and Boston sports.

On November 29, 2024, the United Kingdom crossed a sobering threshold. The House of Commons approved the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill, paving the way for legalized assisted suicide in England and Wales. While the bill is lauded by proponents as a compassionate step forward, it raises profound moral and ethical questions about the sanctity of life and the cultural glorification of euthanasia as a solution to suffering. This development is not merely legislative; it signals a cultural shift that Catholics and others who value the inherent dignity of life must urgently address.

Euthanasia: A Growing Cultural and Moral Crisis

The U.K.’s decision follows a global trend of increasing legal and cultural acceptance of euthanasia. From Canada and Belgium to the Netherlands, the practice is being framed as an enlightened act of compassion and autonomy. The rhetoric is compelling: advocates claim euthanasia allows individuals to die with dignity and avoid prolonged suffering. But behind this veneer of compassion lies a dangerous redefinition of what it means to be human. The sanctity of life is being replaced by a utilitarian calculus, where lives are valued only by their perceived quality or utility. …

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