I think those who have a terminal illness and are in great pain should have the right to choose to end their own life, and those that help them should be free from prosecution. (Stephen Hawking)

I think those who have a terminal illness and are in great pain should have the right to choose to end their own life, and those that help them should be free from prosecution.

Stephen Hawking

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