Person: Jack Kevorkian

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The right to die - Politicians can’t dodge this issue

Ten days ago, Praveen Halappanavar, speaking after the inquest into his wife Savita’s unnecessary death, used the words “horrendous, barbaric, and inhumane”.

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CBS interviewer Wallace dies at 93

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Uncompromising, funny and full of love

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Suicide advocate ‘Dr Death’ Kevorkian

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US assisted-suicide advocate Jack Kevorkian dies

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'Dr Death' released early from prison

Jack Kevorkian, the retired pathologist dubbed “Dr. Death” after claiming he had participated in at least 130 assisted suicides, left prison in the US after eight years today still believing people have the right to die.

Fri, 01 Jun, 2007

'Dr Death' set to leave jail

A doctor who waged a defiant campaign to help other people kill themselves, is preparing to leave prison next week.

Sun, 27 May, 2007

Dr Death set for new life

DR JACK Kevorkian, who waged a defiant campaign for nearly a decade to help people kill themselves, will be released on June 1 next year — the first day he is eligible for parole, officials have announced.

Fri, 15 Dec, 2006

Mother died while boy’s 911 calls dismissed as jokes

FIVE-YEAR-OLD Robert Turner’s mother had collapsed on the floor, and he was scared, but he knew what to do. He called 911 for help.

Tue, 11 Apr, 2006

Grand Jury to vet case against right-to-die preacher Exoo

A US preacher faces a preliminary extradition hearing today over his role in the assisted suicide of a Dublin woman.

Wed, 16 Oct, 2002