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June 15, 2007

Arizona Case Parallels that of Terri Schiavo

Without the legal intervention of his family, Jesse Ramirez would be slowly dehydrated, suffering the same fate as Terri Schiavo. Today in Arizona, a Maricopa County Court Judge ordered that Ramirez be given nutrition and hydration through feeding tubes. "This... [more]

Posted by tim at 2:19 AM | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

January 27, 2007

March for Life Welcomes the Schindler Family (video)

The Schindler family received a warm welcome at the January 22, 2007 March for Life in Washington DC. In the video above, Brother Paul O'Donnell and Terri Schiavo's brother and sister, Bobby Schindler and Susan Vitadamo, address a crowd... [more]

Posted by tim at 4:57 PM

January 14, 2007

More Disciplinary Proceedings

We recall last year when Carla Sauer Iyer was threatened by the Florida Board of Health with having her nursing license revoked for allegedly disclosing confidential information about Terri Schiavo. At the time, Terri's ex-husband, Michael, was less than sympathetic.... [more]

Posted by tim at 6:06 AM

January 11, 2007

Update on Robert Schindler

Thanks to Wesley Smith for giving us an update on Robert Schindler: Bobby Schindler told me via e-mail: "My father is in his first week of rehabilitation to help return the strength he lost on his right side. I am... [more]

Posted by tim at 12:28 PM

January 8, 2007

March for Life Recap

The March for Life is a remarkable event, held yearly in Washington DC to commemerate the anniversary of the Roe v Wade decision. Last year's March was peaceful but enthusiastic and had well over 150,000 people in attendance by... [more]

Posted by tim at 2:28 AM

December 13, 2006

Attorney for Terri Schiavo's Parents Still Speaks Up for Disabled People

The final attorney for the parents of Terri Schiavo is continuing his battle to speak up for disabled patients. After helping the disabled woman's parents try to prevent her former husband from killing her via euthanasia, David Gibbs says other... [more]

Posted by tim at 1:53 PM | Comments (1)

November 5, 2006

British Doctors: let us kill disabled babies

British doctors are pushing to euthanise disabled children in a report at the Times Online ONE of Britain's royal medical colleges is calling on the health profession to consider permitting the euthanasia of seriously disabled newborn babies.The college is arguing... [more]

Posted by Mary at 6:32 AM | Comments (1)

October 5, 2006

Suzanne Vitadamo Tells About Family's Fight

Suzanne Vitadamo, Terri Schiavo's sister, spoke at Ohio Right to Life's conference in Columbus and received press coverage by the Columbus Dispatch. Here are a couple excellent quotes: "[Terri] was not terminal; she was not brain dead. She was disabled.... [more]

Posted by tim at 10:03 AM

September 12, 2006

More Recent PVS Discoveries

"We have always been told there is no recovery from persistent vegetative state - doctors can only make a sufferer's last days as painless as possible. But is that really the truth? Across three continents, severely brain-damaged patients are awake... [more]

Posted by Mary at 2:25 PM

September 8, 2006

'I felt trapped inside my body'

BBC News published an article on a 36 year old woman, Kate Bainbridge, who was once diagnosed as being in a persistent vegetative state. Kate now communicates through a computer keyboard. Scientists have shown for the first time that a... [more]

Posted by Mary at 8:04 AM | Comments (1)

September 7, 2006

"Vegetative" Patient May Have Awareness

Attorney and author, Wesley Smith, comments on the groundbreaking tests on patients diagnosed as being in a "persistent vegetative state." Sophisticated brain scans of a woman diagnosed to be in a persistent vegetative state has revealed startling levels of activity.... [more]

Posted by Mary at 6:31 PM

September 5, 2006

Haleigh Poutre Making Progress

12 year old child abuse victim Haleigh Poutre is making progress. In the fall of 2005, Haleigh was hospitalized in Massachusetts from a severe beating from her step-father. Haleigh, who was in a coma, was declared "brain-dead" by the... [more]

Posted by Mary at 6:45 PM | Comments (1)

August 26, 2006

Center for society against abortion, euthanasia to open

Fr. Frank Pavone, founder of Priests for Life, broke ground on the headquarters for his new religious order, MIssionaries of the Gosepl of Life. Terri Schindler-Schiavo's parents and brother attended the ceremony. "A society of priests focused on fighting abortion... [more]

Posted by Mary at 9:39 PM

Michael Schiavo, The Lord Voldemort Of Politics

Latest from North Country Gazette. Michael Schiavo is compared to an evil villan from the Harry Potter series, Lord Voldemort. "Why is the media salivating over Schiavo as he travels around the country exploiting the death of his wife?... [more]

Posted by Mary at 9:31 PM

To have and to hold

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Posted by Mary at 9:00 PM

June 1, 2006

Schiavo Neurologist Dies of Cancer

North Country Gazette reports:One of the most outspoken advocates of the right to die movement and of physician-assisted suicide in the U.S. today has died. Dr. Ronald E. Cranford, a neurologist and medical ethicist who served for years as the... [more]

Posted by tim at 10:13 AM | Comments (1)

May 30, 2006

Terri's Day and nation's independence protects life culture

America's Culture of Life is truly the legacy of one woman whose death forever changed our nation because of actions that were not in her hands but in those of her husband and his lawyers. Yet for millions of Americans... [more]

Posted by tim at 10:18 AM

May 12, 2006

A Pre-Holocaust Mentality

Bobby Schindler spoke to a crows of nearly 800 at a Massachusetts Citizens for Life, emphazising the reality of a cultureal war over right-to-life issues. "It's a pre-Holocaust mentality," Schindler was quoted by the Republican as stating. "Based on someone's... [more]

Posted by tim at 5:26 AM

May 8, 2006

Schindlers still don't know what happened to Terri

FirstCoastNews:Mary and Robert Schindler wants the world to know their daughter's story --the story of a woman who they say wasn't given a chance to speak. "We still don't know what happened to our daughter," said Robert Schindler, Terri Shiavo's... [more]

Posted by tim at 10:38 AM

May 3, 2006

Bobby Schindler Blasts Schiavo Judge George Greer

The surviving family of Terri Schiavo rallied Monday at the University of Pennsylvania's Biomedical Research Building to opposen Judge George Greer's participation in a pro-euthanasia symposium titled: The Legacy of Terri Schiavo: Why is it so hard to die in... [more]

Posted by tim at 12:54 PM | Comments (1)

May 2, 2006

Terri Schiavo's Judge Blasts Lawmakers at Ethics Conference

Judge Greer discloses his predisposition:Philadelphia, PA (LifeNews.com) -- The local judge responsible for authorizing Terri Schiavo's painful 13-day starvation and dehydration death bashed Florida lawmakers at a bioethics conference for passing a law that allowed Governor Jeb Bush to step... [more]

Posted by tim at 7:37 PM

May 1, 2006

Schindlers Stand up for the Weak

The family of Terri Schiavo has lent its voice to the rising call for reform in the ways Massachusetts handles its end-of-life cases. In a recent letter to Gov. W. Mitt Romney, family members cite the case of 12-year-old Haleigh... [more]

Posted by tim at 11:33 PM

Michael Schiavo Attacks Pro-Life Advocates

LifeNews reports that Michael Schiavo told a bioethics conference at the University of Pennsylvania that he should have pressed for his former wife Terri's euthanasia death sooner than he did. He also attacked pro-life advocates who he says have constantly... [more]

Posted by tim at 11:14 PM

April 29, 2006

Judge Greer joins death advocates

WordNetDaily:The probate judge who ordered the dehydration death of brain-injured Terri Schiavo will join Michael Schiavo and other key proponents of her death as a guest speaker at a bioethics conference. Florida Circuit Court Judge George Greer on Monday will... [more]

Posted by tim at 5:26 PM

April 13, 2006

Terri's Court Appointed Guardian to Speak

The doctor who served as court appointed guardian for Terri Schiavo, the Florida woman at the heart of a 2003 right to die controversy, will speak at Albany Law School on April 19. Dr. Jay Wolfson will deliver the 2006... [more]

Posted by tim at 3:41 PM

April 10, 2006

Hollywood to Turn Michael's Book on Terri Schiavo Into Biased Movie

The culture war continues with Hollywood taking up the cause of euthanasia activists:A group of Hollywood producers have purchased the rights to Michael Schiavo's book to produce what will likely be a biased, one-sided movie on his victorious legal battle... [more]

Posted by tim at 12:48 PM

April 7, 2006

The Rosado Kids (Updated)

William Rosado embraces firefighter Mark Neal, who dived into the burning mobile home (tbo.com). William (Will) Rosado couldn't stop his tears Wednesday when he saw Tampa firefighter Mark Neal. Only the night before Rosado's 3-year-old son, Gavin Orion Rosado,... [more]

Posted by tim at 10:47 AM

Schindlers Under Attack Investigation

Is there any evidence to substantiate this investigation? If there is, it is not reported:A lawyer involved in the Terri Schiavo saga has asked the state to investigate whether two foundations set up by Schiavo's parents and siblings unlawfully used... [more]

Posted by tim at 12:30 AM

Terri Schiavo's Brother Speaks At Franciscan University

Check out the article and video here. Unfortunately, the article fails to report anything related to Bobby Schindler's appearance at the University other than the fact that he was there. Perhaps our local representative will fill us in on the... [more]

Posted by tim at 12:25 AM | Comments (1)

April 4, 2006

DeLay, Pro-Life Politicians Attacked by Terri Schiavo's Ex-Husband

The feud between retiring pro-life Congressman Tom DeLay and Terri Schiavo's former husband Michael is not as old as the legal battle with Terri's family, but intense nonetheless. After DeLay made an announcement that he is retiring his Congressional seat,... [more]

Posted by tim at 7:38 PM | Comments (3)

March 27, 2006

A Life that Matters - The Schindler's Book about Terri

LifeNews - The new book about the life and death of Terri Schiavo, written by her parents and brother and sister, hits the bookshelves on Tuesday. With a release date of just three days before Terri's ex-husband starved her to... [more]

Posted by tim at 3:56 AM

March 25, 2006

An Open Letter to Michael Schiavo

Fr. Frank Pavone, National Director of Priests for Life, and an eyewitness to Terri Schiavo's final hours, released the following open letter to Michael Schiavo tonight. Fr. Pavone will read it to a worldwide audience on an internationally broadcast religious... [more]

Posted by tim at 10:36 PM | Comments (11)

March 22, 2006

Why is Terri Smiling?

Kevin Fobbs writes in Michigan News:[For] Michael Schiavo to say recently in the New York Post that Terri might be "up there right now praising" him -- smiling down -- is truly a travesty of heroic measure. But perhaps he... [more]

Posted by tim at 10:55 AM | Comments (1)

Schiavo family adviser brings right-to-life message to UMD

Duluth News Tribune - Nearly a year ago, Brother Paul O'Donnell of St. Paul stood before a phalanx of microphones in Florida and said: "It is with great sadness that -- it has been reported to us that Terri Schiavo... [more]

Posted by tim at 8:59 AM

March 21, 2006

Terri Schindler Schiavo Foundation Launch set for March 30

Mary and Robert Schindler, Suzanne Schindler Vitadamo and Bobby Schindler will officially launch the Terri Schindler Schiavo Foundation on March 30 at 11 am outside of the Russell Senate Office Building in Washington, DC. Speakers will include the Schindler family,... [more]

Posted by tim at 3:37 PM | Comments (1)

Is Terri thanking Michael?

He thinks so:March 21, 2006 -- Terri Schiavo's husband insists that, despite what her devastated family thinks, she is now "praising" him in heaven for pulling the plug on her one year ago. "She's up there right now praising me... [more]

Posted by tim at 12:33 PM | Comments (8)

March 16, 2006

Bobby Schindler - Part I - Terri Schiavo's Life and Death

Last year Arizona Right to Life sponsored an evening with Bobby Schindler, brother of Terri Schiavo, who is now working full-time for the Terri Schindler-Schiavo Foundation. The Phoenix event drew hundreds of people and included an introduction by Fr. Frank... [more]

Posted by tim at 11:28 PM | Comments (2)

March 10, 2006

Terri's Brother to Speak at Life Conference

The Fourth International Conference Life and the Family, being held in Dublin, Ireland, is now just two weeks away. Amazing speakers have all confirmed their attendance and are looking forward to this exciting opportunity to meet supporters of life and... [more]

Posted by tim at 11:53 AM

February 19, 2006

A Life that Matters

As we approach the anniversary of Terri Schiavo's death, both the Schindlers and Michael Schiavo are publishing books recounting their experiences and opinions. Terri's parents, Mary and Robert Schindler, her brother, Bobby, and her sister, Suzanne Vitadamo have aptly named... [more]

Posted by tim at 4:58 AM

February 16, 2006

Schiavo Judge Greer to Speak at Ethics Conference

Cirucit Court Judge George Greer is speaking during an April ethics symposium at the University of Pennsylvania Center for Bioethics. He will appear with Michael Schiavo, the Flordia man who won a 12-year legal battle in Greer's court and ended... [more]

Posted by tim at 7:45 AM

February 13, 2006

Symposium Features Euthanasia Line-Up

Michael Schiavo is speaking during an April ethics symposium at the University of Pennsylvania Center for Bioethics. Almost one year ago, Schiavo won a 12-year legal battle and ended his wife's life by withholding nutrition and hydration. The meeting, titled... [more]

Posted by tim at 7:41 PM | Comments (1)

January 30, 2006

The Schiavo Marriage

From the North Country Gazette: Some Catholics are calling it premeditated murder. Many are calling for the removal of St. Petersburg Diocese Bishop Robert N. Lynch for allowing the ceremony to occur in the diocese. It could be the latest... [more]

Posted by tim at 6:48 PM | Comments (2)

January 26, 2006

Schiavo Remarriage Debacle

It has been less than 10 months after Terri's barbaric death by "starvation and dehydration over 13 grueling days with the whole world watching." During Terri's struggle for life, the Diocese of St. Petersburg did nothing and now her husband,... [more]

Posted by tim at 7:27 AM | Comments (1)

Terri Schiavo's Husband Re-Married in Catholic Church

SAFETY HARBOUR, Florida, (LifeSiteNew.com) - Michael Schiavo, who had his disabled wife Terri killed last March by refusing her food and water, was re-married last Saturday in the Roman Catholic Church of Espiritu Santo in Florida. Schiavo married Jodi Centonze.... [more]

Posted by tim at 6:56 AM | Comments (1)

January 25, 2006

Schindler Foundation Represented at March for Life (VIDEO)

Bobby Schindler, Terri Schiavo's brother, and Brother Paul O'Donnell spoke at the Jan. 23, 2006 annual March for Life, a gathering of over 150,000 pro-life Americans. Their comments, although brief, reflect their passion for the future and dedication to... [more]

Posted by tim at 11:26 PM

January 24, 2006

March for Life 2006

The March for Life is a remarkable event, held yearly in Washington DC to commemerate the anniversary of the Roe v Wade decision. Today's March was peaceful but enthusiastic and had well over 150,000 people in attendance. Bobby Schindler,... [more]

Posted by tim at 1:26 AM

January 22, 2006

Terri's Family Remains Active and Outspoken

Suzanne Vitadamo, Terri Schiavo's sister, spoke yesterday at a South South Carolina Citizens for Life event and Terri's Brother, Bobby Schindler, addressed a large audience at the March for Life Convention here in Washington DC (I was privileged to talk... [more]

Posted by tim at 8:00 AM | Comments (1)

January 20, 2006

Haleigh Poutre, eleven years old

Thanks Kathyrn Lopez for standing up for Haleigh Poutre, an eleven year-old whose "guardians" said she was a vegetable. They said she had no hope. A court, earlier this week, okayed taking her off life support--"letting her go" as they... [more]

Posted by tim at 10:09 PM

January 9, 2006

Terri Schiavo - Notorious?

Tomorrow night at 9.00 ET, the Biography Channel will be airing the first in a new series that highlights the people who have become famous - for being infamous. The subject of their first program is the Terri Schiavo case... [more]

Posted by tim at 7:47 PM | Comments (3)

January 5, 2006

Terri's Story

Tampa Bay radio journalist, John Sipos, recently interviewed the author of "Terri's Story", Diane Lynne and Terri's parents, Bob and Mary Schindler for local CBS affiliate 94.1 FM. Quicktime audio of this one-hour program "hOUR Tampa Bay" can be streamed... [more]

Posted by tim at 7:00 PM

November 21, 2005

The most appalling thing you'll ever read. Guaranteed

This is a story about a young woman in NSW, Aus who was born both visually and hearing impaired because of suspected rubella in her mother during pregnancy. That's certainly sad, but it's surely not a hurdle that can't be... [more]

Posted by tim at 12:30 PM

October 26, 2005

Cheryl Ford Releases New Book on Terri Schiavo

Early this year, Cheryl Ford and Dr. J.E. Craddock fought furiously for the life of Terri Schiavo as leading activists who worked along side the Schindler family conducting research, publishing information and protesting. Ford is a Registered Nurse who runs... [more]

Posted by tim at 6:17 AM | Comments (2)

October 21, 2005

Charlotte Wyatt Do Not Resuscitate Order Lifted

Charlotte Wyatt was born prematurely at St. Mary's hospital on the 21st of October 2003. She weighed 458 grams (about a pound) and was barely five inches long. Three times in her short life she had to be re-ventilated. Despite... [more]

Posted by tim at 12:05 PM | Comments (1)

October 14, 2005

Bobby Schindler Presses Forward

Bobby Schindler says his memory is seared with images of his sister, Terri Schiavo, after courts approved removal of her feeding tube in a high-profile right-to-die/right-to-life battle he says wasn't always fairly portrayed in the media. "Fresh in my mind... [more]

Posted by tim at 5:13 PM

October 12, 2005

Radio Station Honors Schindlers

WCAR 1090 AM will present the 2005 Culture of Life Award to Bob and Mary Schindler, parents of Terri Schiavo, at the 7th Anniversary celebration of Michigan Catholic Radio on October 13 at the Detroit Marriott Renaissance Center. The Schindlers... [more]

Posted by tim at 4:54 PM

September 29, 2005

Schindlers to be Honored

At its annual meeting on Monday, October 3, the Southwide Baptist Fellowship will honor Bob & Mary Schindler for their courageous stand defending the life of their daughter, Terri Schindler-Schiavo. The Southwide Baptist Fellowship is celebrating its 50th Anniversary at... [more]

Posted by tim at 12:23 PM

September 28, 2005

Terri Schiavo's family announces book plans

Terri Schiavo's parents and siblings are writing a book about the "end-of-life" case that divided the nation. The not-yet titled memoir by parents Bob and Mary Schindler, brother Bobby Schindler and sister Suzanne Vitadamo will be published in March... [more]

Posted by tim at 10:16 AM | Comments (13)

September 24, 2005

Pro-Life Advocates Protest Conference With Terri Schiavo's Husband

LifeNews - Pro-life advocates are protesting a conference in Minnesota featuring Terri Schiavo's estranged husband and a renown euthanasia advocate who was one of his spokesmen. Both will address a euthanasia conference at the Hennepin County Medical Center titled, "33... [more]

Posted by tim at 3:06 AM | Comments (2)

September 19, 2005

Terri Schiavo's Husband Will Co-Write Book About Killing Her

Michael Schiavo has decided to tell his side of the story, again. Instead of using the mainstream media he plans to publish a book written by author Michael Hirsh, a retired Los Angeles television producer who has authored three other... [more]

Posted by tim at 8:09 PM

September 14, 2005

'This was not murder, this was compassion.'

No, this WAS murder. DOCTORS working in hurricane-ravaged New Orleans killed critically ill patients rather than leave them to die in agony as they evacuated. With gangs of rapists and looters rampaging through wards in the flooded city, senior doctors... [more]

Posted by beth at 12:31 AM

September 12, 2005

Baby Susan Torres has Died

"After the efforts of this summer to bring her into the world, this is obviously a devastating loss. . . ." Justin Torres said in a statement. "It was our fondest wish that we could have been able to share... [more]

Posted by tim at 12:21 PM

August 25, 2005

The Terri Schiavo Case: Schiavo Tangled Web Extends to St. Petersburg College

Michael Schiavo was not awarded any college credit certificates and thus did not "graduate from EMT school" as he testified under oath.

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Posted by richard at 8:23 AM

August 22, 2005

Bizarre Story Of Michael Schiavo Continues: Michael Schiavo Fabricated College Degree On Guardianship Application

If Michael Schiavo got himself appointed as Terri Schiavo's guardian by committing fraud in order to kill her, isn't that premeditated murder?

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Posted by richard at 11:57 PM | Comments (6)

Charlotte Wyatt Improves, Battle Continues

PORTSMOUTH, August 22, 2005 (LifeSiteNews.com) - Charlotte Wyatt, the child with serious lung damage whom doctors predicted would not live past her first weeks of life, is improving dramatically. However, Portsmouth Hospital Trustees went to court to make sure that... [more]

Posted by tim at 7:21 PM

August 17, 2005

Michael Schiavo Invited to Ethics Conference

Following his recent public appearance to receive the guardianship of the year award from the Florida State Guardianship Association (more here), Michael Schiavo is participating at an ethics conference. Earlier this year Schiavo won a 12-year legal battle and ended... [more]

Posted by tim at 12:25 AM | Comments (14)

August 16, 2005

Euthanasia Activist Gives up Starvation Death Effort as Too Painful and "Undignified"

She says that she would not wish what she went through on her worst enemy...

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Posted by richard at 9:09 PM | Comments (11)

August 15, 2005

AZRTL Hosts Bobby Schindler

Last week Arizona Right to Life sponsored an evening with Bobby Schindler, brother of Terri Schiavo who is now working full-time for the Terri Schindler-Schiavo Foundation. The Phoenix event drew hundreds people and included an introduction by Fr. Frank Pavone,... [more]

Posted by tim at 12:13 PM | Comments (1)

August 8, 2005

Celebrating Guardians who Kill

In what only can be considered bizarre, the Florida State Guardianship Association honored Michael Schiavo as Guardian of the Year for being a hero in "mercifully" killing his wife in a method that would be illegal to apply to most... [more]

Posted by john at 4:41 PM

August 7, 2005

Michael Schiavo - Guardian of the Year?

In another public miscarriage of justice, Michael Schiavo was called a "hero" last Friday by the Florida State Guardianship Association for ending his wife's life by withholding food and water [more]. The organization gave Schiavo its Guardian of the Year... [more]

Posted by tim at 6:09 PM | Comments (3)

August 5, 2005

Maria Korp has Died

Maria Korp has died, ten days after her tube feedings were stopped. The MSM news report is here. (Free registration required.) This, of course, is right within the range of time that it is expected to take to die by... [more]

Posted by lydia at 10:27 AM

August 3, 2005

Susan Torres Passed Away Today

Susan Torres, the woman who gave birth yesterday while in a coma, has passed away:A brain dead woman who was kept alive for three months so she could deliver the child she was carrying was removed from life support Wednesday... [more]

Posted by tim at 9:37 PM | Comments (1)

Torres and Rollin Families Say 'Good-Bye' to Susan

The following is a statement from the Torres and Rollin families, read by Justin Torres at the news conference held today: As you know, at 8:18 a.m. on Tuesday, Susan Anne Catherine Torres was delivered by caesarean section at Virginia... [more]

Posted by tim at 7:45 PM

Susan Torres Gives Birth

The baby, Susan Anne Catherine Torres, weighs one pound 13 ounces and is 13 1/2 inches long, he said.

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Posted by tim at 12:37 AM | Comments (3)

August 2, 2005

Terri's Brother, Bobby Schindler, to Speak in Arizona

Arizona Right to Life invites you to join them for "Lessons from my Sister," an evening with Bobby Schindler, Terri's brother. This unique evening will take place Thursday, August 4th, at 6:30 PM. Bobby will share about his sister and... [more]

Posted by tim at 7:35 PM

August 1, 2005

Charlotte Paige Wyatt Update

Charlotte Paige Wyatt was born prematurely at St. Mary's hospital on the 21st of October 2003. She weighed 458 grams (about a pound) and was barely five inches long. Three times in her short life she had to be re-ventilated.... [more]

Posted by tim at 12:08 PM

June 29, 2005

New Look for TerrisFight.org - The Terri Schindler-Schiavo Foundation Website

The Terri Schindler-Schiavo Foundation has posted a new homepage. While the site is not yet operational, the page gives the viewer a good idea of what the final site will look like. The Foundation's new stated goals are listed:The Terri... [more]

Posted by tim at 11:04 PM

Silent Witness : The Untold Story of Terri Schiavo's Death

Silent Witness : The Untold Story of Terri Schiavo's Death by Mark Fuhrman was released yesterday. Fuhrman is a retired LAPD detective and author of various "New York Times" best sellers, including "Murder in Brentwood," a look into the O.J.... [more]

Posted by tim at 12:31 PM

Schiavo Autopsy Open for Criticism

Christian Medical & Dental Associations president Dr. David Stevens believes that Terri Schiavo's autopsy "drew conclusions from anatomic evidence of functional inabilities." Agape press reports the doctor's opinion that the medical examiner, in several cases, made conclusions that were beyond... [more]

Posted by tim at 6:35 AM | TrackBack (0)

June 21, 2005

Bobby Schindler Responds to Schiavo Grave Inscription

The cremated remains of Terri Schiavo were buried yesterday at Sylvan Abbey Memorial Park in Clearwater, Florida in the presence of her husband, Michael Schiavo, some of his brothers and a priest. Contrary to a court order, her immediate family... [more]

Posted by tim at 11:30 PM | Comments (3) | TrackBack (1)

Terri's Tombstone

Here is an image of Terri's tombstone that Tim wrote about in the previous entry. I just find it plain disgusting not to invite Terri's real family to the burial. It was one thing to inscribe "I kept my... [more]

Posted by Ian at 9:59 AM | Comments (32)

June 20, 2005

Terri's Ashes were Buried Today

The cremated remains of Terri Schiavo were buried today at Sylvan Abbey Memorial Park in Clearwater, Florida in the presence of her husband, Michael Schiavo, some of his brothers and a priest. more Updates: Terri's bronze grave marker includes the... [more]

Posted by tim at 6:55 PM | Comments (35) | TrackBack (3)

June 19, 2005

The closest thing to an update on Scott Thomas

Two recent rather different Internet items provide some updated information on the case of Scott Thomas, the 34-year-old Florida man injured under undetermined circumstances last fall and currently in his mother's care. Scott's mother obtained emergency guardianship after she learned... [more]

Posted by lydia at 2:56 PM | TrackBack (0)

June 18, 2005

Gov. Jeb Bush Writes Letter to the Editor on Schiavo Case

In a letter to the New York Times, Flordia Governor Jeb Bush calls the nation to remember that life is fragile and must be valued. Despite criticism, he pledge to "continue to strive to protect our most vulnerable citizens. All... [more]

Posted by tim at 1:41 PM | Comments (22)

June 17, 2005

Gov. Bush calls for Schiavo probe

Gov. Jeb Bush, who unsuccessfully tried to keep Terri Schiavo alive, now says that an investigation is needed into what happened the night in 1990 that she collapsed and her heart stopped beating. - Miami Herald The first piece of... [more]

Posted by tim at 1:13 AM | Comments (9)

June 14, 2005

Schiavo autopsy results to be released tomorrow

The Pinellas County medical examiner's office in Florida plans to release its autopsy report tomorrow on Terri Schiavo - findings her family hopes will shed light on the cause of the collapse that left her severely brain-damaged 15 years ago.... [more]

Posted by tim at 8:57 PM | Comments (3)

June 5, 2005

Scott Thomas: Guardianship Hearing Postponed

Scott Thomas, is the 34 year old Jacksonville, Florida man who sustained brain damage in his home under suspicious circumstances in September of 2004 and has been the subject of a guardianship battle between his mother and estranged wife. In... [more]

Posted by tim at 11:33 AM

June 4, 2005

Court OKs forced feeding

Several people emailed the following article from WorldNetDaily to me. Once commented, "I have no problem with the courts taking steps to protect the lives and well-being of inmates. I just have a problem with them treating disabled and aging... [more]

Posted by tim at 11:01 PM | Comments (2)

May 17, 2005

Ecumenical Euthanasia: Galluping to Death

"Reporting a number that will surprise some," Editor & Publisher informs us, "the Gallup Organizations today said its latest poll found that 75% of Americans support euthanasia--allowing a doctor to take the life of a patient who is suffering from... [more]

Posted by earl at 11:43 PM | Comments (36)

Leslie Burke's Story

Leslie Burke was born in Lancaster, the oldest in a family of five. He was pretty normal when he was growing up--but had the hardest time balancing. This was the only indication that things were not quite right. In 1983... [more]

Posted by joshua at 4:42 PM | Comments (4)

Charlotte Wyatt: In the eyes of her parents

Darren Wyatt (Charlotte's Dad) has written up a very interesting account of Charlotte Wyatt--from her parent's perspective. Below I have posted a couple paragraphs from it, you can read the whole thing at SaveCharlotte.com:It all happened on the 18th of... [more]

Posted by joshua at 3:06 PM | Comments (1)

May 16, 2005

Mae Magouirk Passes on: a natural death due to stroke

Ken Mullinax passes on the news of his aunts natural death:Mae Magouirk died this morning at the Bryan Nursing Home in LaGrange Ga. of a stroke. Her vital signs had been causing concern since last Wednesday and by Sunday, an... [more]

Posted by tim at 10:43 PM | Comments (3)

May 14, 2005

Today may be D-day for Maria Korp

It's been three months since her injury due to attempted murder, and according to this news article she may have her diagnosis changed from Persistent Vegetative State to Permanent Vegetative State as early as May 13th ...

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Posted by richard at 10:14 PM | Comments (14)

Scott Thomas: cognizant and communicative, but does it matter?

Scott Thomas is apparently aware, responsive and able to communicate. Reminiscent of several similar cases, Scott received his injury last November while alone at home with the person who now wants him to die.

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Posted by richard at 9:43 PM | Comments (14)

May 7, 2005

Where's Terri?

MIAMI - The family of a severely brain-damaged woman who died after her feeding tube was removed in March said Friday they still have not been told where her remains will be laid to rest. Terri Schiavo's parents and siblings,... [more]

Posted by Ian at 11:28 PM | Comments (39)

May 3, 2005

Miracles Can Happen

A firefighter that has been in a state of 'severe brain damage' for nearly ten years, came out of it suddenly a few days ago. Donald Herbert, the firefighter was in the state due to three minutes without oxygen. SOURCE... [more]

Posted by Ian at 10:38 PM | Comments (2)

S.A. hospital won't cut off man's life support

Good news for the family of Spiro Nikolouzos:An agreement was reached Friday that ended a standoff between the family of an East Texas man and a local hospital that planned to remove him from life support. Spiro Nikolouzos, critically ill... [more]

Posted by tim at 12:14 AM | Comments (1)

April 30, 2005

Another Texas Hospital Plans To Stop Treating Critically Ill Baby

The mother of a critically ill baby is trying to figure out where to take her child after being told by doctors at Memorial Hermann Hospital that they would stop treating her in 10 days.

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Posted by richard at 4:56 PM | Comments (27)

April 27, 2005

'Living Wills' Dangerous to Health and Soul, Catholics Warn

Mrs. O'Dea's living will didn't just authorize the withdrawal of those treatments if she was dying; it also would have applied if she was permanently unconscious or, as the document stated, conscious but had "irreversible brain damage and will never regain the ability to make decisions and express my wishes."

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Posted by richard at 10:33 AM | Comments (15)

April 26, 2005

The Latest on Teron Francis

In the hearing concerning Teron Francis, Judge Douglas McKeon ruled that it is up to the family to decide if and when to remove him from the ventilator. The Montefiore medical directors are standing by the diagnosis that Francis is... [more]

Posted by powersthatblog at 8:43 AM | Comments (38)

April 25, 2005

Important Email Message Concerning Charlotte Wyatt

"Darren & Debbie are asking if it would be at all possible to bring in a pro-life doctor from elsewhere, with some knowledge in this field, to do an independent assessment on Charlotte.

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Posted by richard at 10:22 PM | Comments (10)

Louisville Rally Calls for End to Democrat-Led 'Pattern of Discrimination'

I'd amend the call to action made during the rally somewhat, and target the call to the Democratic leadership and any Republicans that are soft supporting life issues, period

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Posted by richard at 5:44 PM | Comments (3)

From Blogs for Terri to Blogs for Life

As published by Spero News: by Earl E.Appleby, Jr. Earl E. Appleby writes on how an Internet alliance forged in the unsuccessful fight to save the life of Terri Schindler Schiavo is saving others today. A global search of the... [more]

Posted by earl at 3:03 AM | Comments (4)

April 24, 2005

Clara Martinez: Saved From Death or Stay of Execution?

From the pages of Life Matters! . . ."Let It Be as God Wishes," proclaims the headline in La Raza, whose crusading editor, Jorge Mederos, continues:That was how Salvador Martínez reacted to the forces unleashed by La Raza, which in... [more]

Posted by earl at 10:08 PM | Comments (3)

April 23, 2005

Judge Stays Montefiore's Termination of Taran

New York City's ABC affiliate, Channel 7, is reporting overnight developments in the case of Taran Francis, who would have been dead by now—that is, truly dead—had Montefiore's plans to deny the 13-year-old boy the ventilatory assistance he needs to... [more]

Posted by earl at 7:36 PM | Comments (5)

Behind the News: Why the Rush to Murder Taran Francis?

The attack on young Taran Francis reported below—what the ABC New correctly dubbed "Terri in the Bronx"—-came to CURE's attention last night, and I have been endeavoring to contact the family's attorney, Robert Genis, to offer CURE's assistance and support... [more]

Posted by earl at 8:22 AM | Comments (8)

The Latest on Clara Martinez

From La Raza - "Let It Be as God Wishes" (HT: Sherri) That was how Salvador Martínez reacted to the forces unleashed by La Raza, which in 24 hours had obligated him to change his decision to suspend feeding for... [more]

Posted by tim at 12:58 AM | Comments (3)

Bronx Family Heads To Court To Keep Son On Life-Support

Several people have sent me the following story that has been changing by the hour. Here is the latest:Newsday: An emergency hearing was held at a Bronx hospital Friday night after the family of a brain-dead boy alleged that the... [more]

Posted by tim at 12:02 AM | Comments (6)

April 21, 2005

Dangers of "Living Will" and "Brain Death" Exposed on Florida Talk Show

From the pages of Life Matters! . . . Appearing last night on the David Allen Show, which airs on AM 1320 in Jacksonville, FL, and across the world via the Internet, Dr. Paul Byrne described the dangers of the... [more]

Posted by earl at 11:48 PM | Comments (3)

House Committee Holds Hearing on Terri Schiavo, Protecting Disabled

A House committee held a hearing on the debate surrounding the death of Terri Schiavo, the disabled woman who was starved during a painful thirteen day long process.

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Posted by richard at 3:53 PM | Comments (5)

April 18, 2005

CMA Doctor: CA Assisted Suicide Bill Simply Advances State Secrecy

This CMA press release does not address the ethical bankruptcy of assisted suicide but does point out the danger of California's bill from the perspective of government power. According to the CMA, although the legislation is touted as a benefit... [more]

Posted by tim at 12:21 PM | Comments (18)

April 17, 2005

Feeding Resumed for Mexican Woman in Vegetative State

By the intervention of the State of Illinois government, feeding was resumed for Clara Martinez, a Mexican woman in a vegetative state. She had been 30 days without food per her husband's decision.

Some forty people were brought together by the Hispanic Evangelical Church for a vigil of prayers and hymns. They were greeted with the news that she was once again receiving nutrition.

"Thanks be to God, our sister is being cared for," said Bolivian Pastor Guillermo Espinoza

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Posted by tim at 6:34 PM | Comments (16)

BREAKING NEWS - AFTER NEARLY 30 DAYS CLARA IS BEING FED

I have just received confirmation from Jorge Medores, editor of a Chicago Newspaper called "La Raza", that Clara Martinez has had her feeding tube re-connected and is receiving nourishment.

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Posted by tim at 3:50 PM | Comments (4)

Felos' Road Show For Death

Is Michael Schiavo next to join a road show for getting rid of unwanted spouses, spouses that are too disabled or handicapped to speak for themselves?

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Posted by richard at 8:22 AM | Comments (28)

Clara Martinez Case Continues to Unfold - Action Requested

Sherri has published an email related to Clara Martinez, who has been denied foor for close to 30 days. The writer states,I called the police out to the house. The police called and said that they aren't answering the door......... [more]

Posted by tim at 5:26 AM | Comments (1)

Update: Mae Magouirk is Recovering

Ken Mullinaux has emailed us an update on the condition of his aunt, Mae Magourik, who is recovering after being rescued from a hospice on April 9. He writes,We are hoping to start Mae on some real food either Sunday... [more]

Posted by tim at 2:09 AM | Comments (2)

April 16, 2005

"The Telegraph" covers Magouirk

Although the case seems to be completely solved, it is heartening to see that finally a major newspaper--The Telegraph (in the UK) has taken up the story. Not only did they write about it, but they seem to have gotten... [more]

Posted by joshua at 10:09 PM | Comments (2)

April 15, 2005

Peter Johnson on Malkin & Colmes

Peter Johnson [Fox News Legal Analyst] explains the complaints of abuse of Terri Schiavo. Investigations of "illegal injections", bruises and other bodily marks were conducted. Watch the video to find out all the details. Cross Posted @ The Political Teen... [more]

Posted by Ian at 11:06 PM | Comments (13)

Another Terri Schiavo-Like Case - This One's in Chicago

Several people have emailed me the following story about Clara Martinez, a Chicago woman who is reportedly being starved to death. Martinez suffered a debilitating stroke a year ago and her husband signed a "Do Not Resuscitate" order that led... [more]

Posted by tim at 5:03 PM | Comments (45)

A Happy Ending?

Sarah Foster from WND gives an update on the Magouirk case: It appears there will be a happy ending to the story of Ora Mae Magouirk, the 81-year-old Georgia widow whose family has been at loggerheads over her medical care,... [more]

Posted by tim at 1:15 AM | Comments (4)

April 14, 2005

Lethal Injection - Dignified or Cruel?

AMomandHerBlog links to the following article about legislation aimed at legalizing active euthanasia:The Death with Dignity Act would allow Vermonters with six months to live to take a lethal dose of prescribed medications. There must be two physicians who sign... [more]

Posted by tim at 8:48 PM | Comments (5)

Updated - Terri Schiavo Attorney Calls on Georgia Court

Late this evening I spoke with Ken Mullinax regarding the Gibbs Lawfirm's press release which we posted in full earlier in the day. We had contacted him after we, along with several readers, noted a few discrepancies in what had... [more]

Posted by tim at 4:45 PM | Comments (40)

Judge Boyd has Disentangled himself from the Magouirk Case

I have learned from a reliable source who is close to this case that Judge Boyd will be recusing himself from Miss Mae's case. According to my source, the case will most likely be moved to the state level. Due... [more]

Posted by joshua at 2:19 PM | Comments (2)

Ken Mullinax on his mother's visit with Mae

UAB Medical Center spoke with Beth Gaddy and they arranged a humanitarian visit for Ken's Mom and her brother Buddy each day at 5:30 PM CST with no stipulations.

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Posted by richard at 11:06 AM | Comments (18)

April 13, 2005

Ken Mullinax on Hannity & Colmes

Aunt Mae's nephew appeared on Hannity and Colmes to discuss how the granddaughter was given control of Mae's fate and what is going on now. NOTE: My apologies - there are two parts of "6 second" skips in the... [more]

Posted by Ian at 8:41 PM | Comments (3)

The Life-and-Death Struggle over Mae Magouirk

Source: WorldNetDaily In an intense life-and-death tug-of-war reminiscent of the Terri Schiavo case, the fate of Ora Mae Magouirk is still raging, despite the transfer Saturday of the 81-year-old widow to the University of Alabama-Birmingham Medical Center in Birmingham for... [more]

Posted by tim at 2:43 AM | Comments (17)

April 12, 2005

Email Message From Ken Mullinax on current situation: Late Night Update

Since we have signed over to Beth's side of the family - all financial rights regarding Mae, we feel that having no conflicts of interest of any kind in the matter, we should be included in Mae's medical care consultations, as family.

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Posted by richard at 9:27 PM | Comments (23)

Magouirk family to ask for visitation rights

I just got this email from Ken Mullinax. As it seems like Boyd is interested in helping, I believe that visitation rights will be granted without much hassle -- but we have to wait and see. He also writes that... [more]

Posted by joshua at 8:21 PM | Comments (9)

Schiavo's 'Dr. Humane Death' Got 1980 Diagnosis Wrong

It turns out that the Doctor that Judge George Greer depended on as the expert to diagnose Terri Schiavo as being in a persistent vegetative state and who was 105% sure about his diagnosis - had been wrong before.

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Posted by richard at 2:31 PM | Comments (5)

David Gibbs Law Firm To Advise McLeod-Mullinax Family: Alabama Advocacy Center Joins Fray

David Gibbs, Terri's lead attorney has agreed to allow Ken Mullinax to publicly state that "David Gibbs is now advising the McLeod-Mullinax family in regards to Mae Magouirk." They will be doing a teleconference with him tomorrow.

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Posted by richard at 2:22 PM | Comments (16)

April 11, 2005

BlogsForTerri Exclusive: Judge Donald Boyd's Complete Response VERSION 2

VERSION 2 IS EXACTLY THE SAME AS THE ORIGINAL POST BELOW - BUT WITH JUDGE BOYD'S LETTER AND OUR COMMENTS PRESENTED IN REVERSE ORDER TO THE ORIGINAL. Judge Boyd's Letter: I am Probate Judge Donald W. Boyd and I am... [more]

Posted by richard at 7:48 PM | Comments (1)

Judge Boyd weighs in on the Mae Magouirk case

I just got a telephone call from Judge Boyd. He was very nice, and cleared up a lot of questions I had about the case. The basic overview of what he told me was that the whole family was in... [more]

Posted by joshua at 5:13 PM | Comments (49)

Magouirk's Family Denied Access

Ken Mullinax sent the following email today:MY Aunt Mae is now being nourished and hydrated at UAB medical Center. HOWEVER, BETH GADDY HAS ISSUED AN ORDER TO THE MEDICAL STAFF AT THE CCU-UNIT of UAB WHICH PREVENTS MAE'S BROTHER (A.... [more]

Posted by tim at 1:20 PM | Comments (24)

Public Service Announcement: Disabled Baby in Need of Adoption - URGENT! (UPDATED)

Nick Silverio of Safe Haven for Newborns in Florida has asked that we spread the word of a disabled newborn in need of adoption.

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Posted by richard at 8:03 AM | Comments (4)

April 10, 2005

Mae Magouirk Update - The Contrarian Edition Version 2

In a separate telephone conversation with Judge Boyd only minutes ago, BlogsForTerri has offered to post a letter from Beth Gaddy explaining her side of the story. This offer is being conveyed through Judge Boyd.

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Posted by richard at 12:12 PM | Comments (6)

Wizbang: Mae Magouirk Update - The Contrarian Edition (UPDATED 4/19 - 08:15 ET)

So the granddaughter seems content to let the woman starve to death, dehydrate, or expire from lack of medical attention, or all three. As for the hospice stating that all is well in their facility, I would probably believe that Bill Clinton didn't have sex with that woman, before I'd believe anything a hospice has to say

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Posted by richard at 6:11 AM | Comments (4)

April 9, 2005

World Net Daily: 'Grandma' airlifted to medical center (updated)

Mae Magouirk, the 81-year-old Georgia widow over whose medical care a family tug-of-war reminiscent of the Terri Schiavo case has been raging, has been transported from the hospice in LaGrange, Ga., to the University of Alabama-Birmingham Medical Center,

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Posted by richard at 10:02 PM | Comments (2)

Bloggers March as Mae Flees Hospice Death Camp

From the pages of Life Matters! . . . As recently reported by my Blogs for Terri fellow author Richard here and elsewhere (and repeated with your kind indulgence to put the commentary that follows in context): Just received telephone... [more]

Posted by earl at 9:58 PM | Comments (3)

Cait's Oz Blogs: "Magouirk Judge Is Pro-Life"

Katrina spoke by phone to Judge Boyd today at his home in La Grange, Georgia, and he was anxious to make his pro-life views known particularly after the death of Terri Schiavo which he says he found very disturbing.

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Posted by richard at 9:43 PM

Bishop of Diocese of St. Petersburg Transfers Terri's Pastor Day After Her Mass

The day after the funeral Mass for Terri Schiavo, which garnered national attention for its touching moments and heavy attendance, Bishop Robert Lynch of St. Petersburg, Florida, informed the church's pastor, Fr. William Swengross

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Posted by richard at 4:57 PM | Comments (2)

BREAKING NEWS: Mae is out of the hospice (Update)

Just received telephone call (3:00 PM ET) from Ken Mullinax, nephew of Mae. Terri saves another life! Followed by this email: THANKS TO THE SUPPORT OF ALL OF THE FRIENDS OF TERRI, MY AUNT MAE MAGOUIRK HAS BEEN AIR LIFTED... [more]

Posted by richard at 2:01 PM | Comments (10)

"Terri Saved My Brother's Life"

From the pages of Life Matters! . . . As we honor Terri's legacy by fighting for Mae Margourik, it is encouraging to note one life already spared. -Editor by Callie S. Baillie My brother went into acute respiratory failure... [more]

Posted by earl at 12:37 AM

Schiavo neurologist views Alzheimer patients as physician-assisted "suicides"

Years before he categorized Terri Schindler Schiavo in the persistent vegetative state, which led to her death by dehydration, neurologist Dr. Ronald Cranford was building the case for removing feeding tubes from society's vulnerable.

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Posted by richard at 12:33 AM | Comments (6)

April 8, 2005

More on Mae Mae Magouirk : Here we go again.......

Here we go again, another day, another life, another murder at the hands of the (in)justice system. Yet another case of murder by judicial fiat at yet another hospice - the hospice industry's agenda of euthanasia marches on and on!

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Posted by richard at 8:10 AM | Comments (3)

April 7, 2005

World Net Daily on Mae: "Granddaughter yanks grandma's feeding tube"

WorldNetDaily - In a situation recalling the recent death of Terri Schiavo in Florida, an 81-year-old widow, denied nourishment and fluids for nearly two weeks, is clinging to life in a hospice in LaGrange, Ga., while her immediate family fights desperately to save her life before she dies of starvation and dehydration.

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Posted by richard at 8:26 PM | Comments (3)

Terri Memo

On CNN's Crossfire today, the "Terri Memo" is elaborated for those who don't know what the full details are. It really isn't a Republican memo, but a staffer memo. Cross Posted @ The Political Teen VIDEO IN EXTENDED ENTRY... [more]

Posted by Ian at 4:04 PM | Comments (1)

According To Zogby Poll - Americans Appear To Have Been Misled About Terri Schiavo's Condition (Updated)

a new Zogby Poll that accurately depicts Terri Schiavo's medical condition sharply contradicts findings from earlier polls.

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Posted by richard at 7:36 AM | Comments (9)

April 6, 2005

Minus the mourned, family and friends remember Terri Schiavo

There were few dry eyes in the house Tuesday night at the Most Holy Name of Jesus church in Gulfport, where at least 1,000 people packed themselves in, and in some cases stood outside, to remember Terri.

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Posted by richard at 10:03 PM | Comments (7)

Brother Paul O'Donnell on Hannity & Colmes (VIDEO)

Brother Paul O'Donnell appears on Hannity & Colmes tonight to speak about the current state of the family. VIDEO IN EXTENDED ENTRY... [more]

Posted by Ian at 9:43 PM | Comments (1)

Father Frank Pavone On O'Reilly (VIDEO)

Pictured: Family Priest, Father Frank Pavone O'Reilly Topics range from Terri's Memorial last night, the state of the family, Michael Schiavo, and what would the priest do in the situation. Cross Posted @ The Political Teen VIDEO IN EXTENDED... [more]

Posted by Ian at 8:18 PM | Comments (2)

Most lawmakers want to put Schiavo case behind them

While a few lawmakers sought to punish the federal judges who rebuffed their hastily passed law aimed at getting Schiavo's feeding tube reinserted, most tried to put some distance between their action in March and what's on their plate this month.

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Posted by richard at 4:40 PM | Comments (24)

April 5, 2005

Terri is not the only one targeted for starvation

Years before he categorized Terri Schindler Schiavo in the persistent vegetative state, which led to her death by dehydration, neurologist Dr. Ronald Cranford was building the case for removing feeding tubes from society's vulnerable. "...The United States has thousands or... [more]

Posted by tim at 8:07 AM | Comments (8)

April 4, 2005

Black Caucus Split on Schiavo Case

The Congressional Black Caucus, made up of liberal Democrats, usually can be counted on to oppose pro-life measures. But in the case of Terri Schiavo, it was a caucus divided. Of the 23 caucus members who voted on a bill... [more]

Posted by tim at 8:49 PM | Comments (5)

TBO: "Lawmakers Refocus As Pall Lifts"

I'd like to offer my sincerest apologies to Speaker Bense for distracting him from business that is far more 'important' than the killing of an innocent life by judicial fiat(sic).

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Posted by richard at 11:17 AM | Comments (61)

The Legacy of Terri Schiavo

a core set of minimum standards to proceed from methodically and with careful consideration, with the objective of helping those of us from all over the political and theological map that value life - to come together to turn back the culture of death.

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Posted by richard at 9:30 AM | Comments (6)

April 3, 2005

Zogby Poll: Americans Not in Favor of Starving Terri Schiavo

A whopping 79 percent said the patient should not have food and water taken away while just 9 percent said yes.

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Posted by richard at 8:56 PM | Comments (3)

Terri Schiavo Cremated, Schindlers Denied Autopsy Reviewer

The remains of Terri Schiavo's body were cremated on Saturday, according to an attorney for her estranged husband Michael.

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Posted by richard at 5:34 PM | Comments (8)

April 2, 2005

Mel Gibson: Florida Bishop Lynch Deserted Terri

Not only was Lynch silent while Terri Schiavo was forcibly starved to death - he issued a statement directly at odds with Church teaching that food and water is basic sustenance and can not be withheld by private choice.

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Posted by richard at 10:10 PM | Comments (6)

Rest in Peace

LauraB notes that Terri has already been cremated:- Terri Schiavo's body was cremated Saturday as disagreements continued between her husband and her parents, who were unable to have their own independent expert observe her autopsy.... [more]

Posted by tim at 5:15 PM | Comments (14)

Pope John Paul II Has Died - Updated

AP - Pope John Paul II, the Polish pontiff who led the Roman Catholic Church for more than a quarter century and became history's most-traveled pope, has died at 84, the Vatican announced in an e-mail Saturday. Years ago Pope... [more]

Posted by tim at 3:34 PM | Comments (8)

Books, Movies and Money

According to WorldNetDaily:CBS is rushing a Terri Schiavo TV movie into production so that it can air the biopic during the May ratings sweeps. There is no word on whether the network has secured the cooperation of either the Schindler... [more]

Posted by tim at 7:51 AM | Comments (41)

April 1, 2005

Media Denied Access to Schiavo DCF Records

Summaries of state Department of Children & Families investigations into the treatment Terri Schiavo cannot be released to the media, a judge ruled Friday.

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Posted by richard at 2:55 PM | Comments (42)

Vatican City: Pope suffers heart attack

Pope John Paul II suffered a heart attack and his condition is "very serious", Vatican spokesman Joaquin Navarro-Valls said today.

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Posted by richard at 1:32 AM | Comments (9)

March 31, 2005

Terri Schiavo Relatives Feud Over Burial

After an autopsy, Michael Schiavo plans to have his wife's body cremated and her ashes brought to Pennsylvania, where she grew up. Scott Schiavo said the ashes would be buried in a plot left by an aunt and uncle, but the family does not plan on providing the specficic location for the burial - underscoring the bitterness of the dispute.

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Posted by richard at 7:20 PM | Comments (86)

Vatican source: Pope given last rites

Pope John Paul II was given the last rites of the Roman Catholic Church late Thursday night as his health deteriorated,

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Posted by richard at 6:13 PM | Comments (4)

Video: Family Lawyer and Priest speaks out about Terri's death

This is not just a death, it is a killing - Father Frank Pavone, Priests For Life.

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Posted by richard at 11:29 AM | Comments (49)

Donna M. Matincheck's guardian withdraws a petition to end life-sustaining treatment. The brain-damaged woman's mother had opposed the petition.

A petition to remove the feeding tube of a severely brain damaged Berks County woman has been withdrawn, ending a legal battle over the woman's fate, those close to the case said Wednesday.

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Posted by richard at 11:05 AM | Comments (4)

Terri Schiavo Dead at 41

Terri Schiavo died around 9:50 Thursday morning - shortly after her parents issued an emotional plea to be at her hospice bedside in her final moments of life.

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Posted by richard at 10:36 AM | Comments (21)

Terri Schiavo has just died (Updated)

Terri Schindler Schiavo has just died - message from family. cross posted at Hyscience Update: Michael Schiavo threw the Schindlers out of Terri's room - trusted source. (I can't post the rest of the message, and am biting my tongue... [more]

Posted by richard at 10:01 AM | Comments (50)

From the Greta Van Susteran Show: Image and audio of Terri with her father

WE through our courts are killing this innocent woman - she is clearly trying to communicate with her dad - you can even tell the difference between her yes and no.

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Posted by richard at 9:27 AM | Comments (5)

March 30, 2005

Jackson Admits Failure in Florida Schiavo Effort

The Rev. Jesse Jackson admitted Wednesday afternoon that his efforts to persuade the Florida state Senate to vote on a new bill to save Terri Schiavo have failed.

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Posted by tim at 4:04 PM | Comments (163)

Terri Schivo's Life: 11th District Denies Hearing

- via email The 11th District Court of Appeals has just announced that they will not consider the Schindler's request for a new hearing. More to come ... cross posted at Hyscience... [more]

Posted by richard at 3:41 PM | Comments (20)

March 29, 2005

Jackson: More Senators Back Bid to Save Terri - We May Have Enough Votes!

Rev. Jesse Jackson said Tuesday afternoon that he has persuaded two Florida state senators to change their votes on a bill to save Terri Schiavo

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Posted by richard at 5:48 PM | Comments (28)

Terri Schiavo: Culture of Death Wins in 21st Century's Scopes Trial

Terri Schiavo is dying. She is being killed. The culture of life lost this round to the gods of the cult of death entrenched in our courts, media, and other institutions.

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Posted by richard at 4:31 PM | Comments (17)

Jackson Prays With Terri Schiavo's Parents (Updated with Senator Call List)

I feel so passionate about this injustice being done, how unnecessary it is to deny her a feeding tube, water, not even ice to be used for her parched lips

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Posted by richard at 2:59 PM | Comments (20)

The Killing Of Terri Schiavo: "The longest public execution in American history" (Updated)

The Killing of Terri Schiavo, the longest public execution in American history.

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Posted by richard at 1:34 PM | Comments (29)

CBS Releases Schiavo Obituary

Conservative talk show host Glenn Beck has posted an obituary of Terri Schiavo that was accidentally released by CBS. This story originally appeared on the CBS News website on Monday, March 28th at the following URL. You can find a... [more]

Posted by tim at 11:35 AM | Comments (12)

March 28, 2005

Felos Suggests that Michael Schiavo Wants an Autopsy

Felos [Michael's lawyer] also said the chief medical examiner for Pinellas County, Dr. John Thogmartin, had agreed to perform an autopsy on Schiavo. He said that her husband wants proof of the extent of her brain damage. - MSNBC According... [more]

Posted by tim at 7:26 PM | Comments (81) | TrackBack (5)

Terri's Dad Keeps Fighting

THE father of Terri Schiavo today made an emotional appeal for US authorities to reconnect a feeding tube to his severely brain-damaged daughter and said he feared doctors might try to hasten her death. "I have a grave concern that... [more]

Posted by tim at 3:10 PM | Comments (37)

More on Terri's reaction to visit by her friends

CONTINUE TO CALL THE PRESIDENT. BEG HIM TO PLEASE TAKE ACTION TO SAVE TERRI. TERRI IS NOT READY TO DIE...SHE HAS A RIGHT TO LIVE AND SHE NEEDS OUR HELP BEFORE THEY OVERDOSE HER WITH MORPHINE.

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Posted by richard at 11:13 AM | Comments (41)

Terri Schiavo's Reaction to Friend's Visit Yesterday

Miami Herald - Terri Schiavo had an 'extraordinary' reaction to a friend's Sunday night visit, her parents' spokesman claimed Monday morning.... [more]

Posted by tim at 10:59 AM | Comments (9)

March 27, 2005

Terri Schiavo Allowed to Receive Communion

Terri Schiavo's parents appeared quietly resigned Sunday to watching her die but could claim one Easter victory: The severely brain-damaged woman received a drop of communion wine on her tongue

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Posted by richard at 9:58 PM | Comments (22)

March 26, 2005

Greer Rejects Petition (again)

Circuit Judge George Greer, the state judge who has presided over the seven-year legal dispute between Schiavo's husband and guardian, Michael, and her parents, Bob and Mary Schindler, rejected a petition that alleged Terri had tried to say that she... [