WFT Editorial: When Republicans, Conservatives, Independents
and especially The Bush Brothers expressed an interest in Terri's case and fought for
humane treatment....here come the Liberals and Democrats to battle for the removal of
Terri Schiavo's food tube. The same Pinko Libs and two faced DemocRats fight for the
rights of an animal that is mistreated or used for experimental purposes, even though the
research might cure human afflictions. They defend terrorists who are subjected to what
they call "inhumane treatment", such as not allowing Muslim Style Food in
Guantanamo. They spare no expense to protect convicted criminals from the
Death Penalty. Some convicts are on Death Row for years sucking taxpayers out of millions
of dollars for appeals. Oh Yes, they are also served approved and healty food 3 times a
day. Liberals and Radical Democrats believe that God is Dead and they have the Supreme
Role of Life and Death over animals and humans. Michael's Attorney, George Felos at latest
count has pocketed $397,249.99
If Terri hasn't recovered after all these years of therapy, why not let go?
Terri hasn't had meaningful therapy since 1991, but many credible physicians say
she can benefit from it.
Why can't Terri just divorce?
Terri's husband/guardian speaks for her. She cannot divorce without his permission
Does Terri have an advanced directive or any wishes about her healthcare?
Terri never signed any directive or living will and there is no evidence that she foresaw
her present situation.
Why do Terri's family fight to keep her alive? Shouldn't they let her husband
decide?
Terri's husband has started another family and probably has gone on with his life. Terri's
family want to provide her therapy and a safe home.
Is Terri receiving life support?
Not in the traditional sense. Terri only receives food and fluids via a simple tube.
Isn't removing her tube a natural and dignified way to die?
No. Dehydration and starvation cause horrific effects and are anything but peaceful.
MYTH: Terri is PVS (Persistent vegetative state)
FACT: The definition of PVS in Florida Statue 765.101:
Persistent vegetative state means a permanent and irreversible condition of
unconsciousness in which there is:
(a) The absence of voluntary action or cognitive behavior of ANY kind.
(b) An inability to communicate or interact purposefully with the environment.
Terri's behavior does not meet the medical or statutory definition of persistent
vegetative state. Terri responds to stimuli, tries to communicate verbally, follows
limited commands, laughs or cries in interaction with loved ones, physically distances
herself from irritating or painful stimulation and watches loved ones as they move around
her. None of these behaviors are simple reflexes and are, instead, voluntary and
cognitive. Though Terri has limitations, she does interact purposefully with her
environment.
MYTH: Terri does not need rehabilitation
FACT: Florida Statute 744.3215 Rights of persons determined incapacitated:
(1) A person who has been determined to be incapacitated retains the right
(i) To receive necessary services and rehabilitation.
This is a retained right that a guardian cannot take away. Additionally, it does not make
exception for PVS patients. Terri has illegally been denied rehabilitation - as many
nurses have sworn in affidavits.
MYTH: Removal of food was both legal and court-ordered.
FACT: The courts had only allowed removal of Terri's feeding tube, not regular food and
water. Terri's husband illegally ordered this. The law only allows the removal of
"life-prolonging procedures," not regular food and water:
Florida Statute 765.309 Mercy killing or euthanasia not authorized; suicide distinguished.
Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to condone, authorize, or approve mercy killing
or euthanasia, or to permit any affirmative or deliberate act or omission to end life
other than to permit the natural process of dying.
MYTH: Many doctors have said that there is no hope for her.
FACT: Dr. Victor Gambone testified that he visits Terri 3 times a year. His visits last
for approximately 10 minutes. He also testified, after viewing the court videotapes at
Terri’s recent trial, that he was surprised to see Terri’s level of awareness.
This doctor is part of a team hand-picked by her husband, Michael Schiavo, shortly before
he filed to have Terri’s feeding removed. Contrary to Schiavo’s team, 14
independent medical professionals (6 of them neurologists) have given either statements or
testimony that Terri is NOT in a Persistent Vegetative State. Additionally, there has
never been any medical dispute of Terri’s ability to swallow. Even with this
compelling evidence, Terri’s husband, Michael Schiavo, has denied any form of therapy
for her for over 10 years.
Dr. Melvin Greer, appointed by Schiavo, testified that a doctor need not examine a patient
to know the appropriate medical treatment. He spent approximately 45 minutes with Terri.
Dr. Peter Bambakidis, appointed by Judge Greer, spent approximately 30 minutes with Terri.
Dr. Ronald Cranford, also appointed by Schiavo and who has publicly labeled himself
“Dr. Death”, spent less than 45 minutes examining and interacting with Terri.
MYTH: This is just a family battle over money.
FACT: In 1992, Terri was awarded nearly one million dollars by a malpractice jury and an
out-of-court malpractice settlement which was designated for future medical expenses. Of
these funds, less than $50,000 remains today. The financial records revealing how
Terri’s medical fund money is managed are SEALED from inspection. Court records,
however, show that Judge Greer has approved the spending down of Terri’s medical fund
on Schiavo’s attorney’s fees - though it was expressly awarded to Terri for her
medical care. Schiavo’s primary attorney, George Felos, has received upwards of $400,000 dollars since Schiavo hired him. This same attorney, at the
expense of Terri’s medical fund, publicly likened Terri to a “houseplant”
and has used Terri’s case on national television to promote his newly published book.
MYTH: Michael Schiavo volunteered to donate the balance of the inheritance to charity.
FACT: In October, 1998, Schiavo’s attorney proposed that, if Terri’s parents
would agree to her death by starvation, Schiavo would donate his inheritance to charity.
The proposal came after a court-appointed Guardian Ad Litem cited Schiavo’s conflict
of interest since he stood to inherit the balance of Terri’s medical fund upon her
death. This one and only offer stated “if the proposal is not fully accepted within
10 days, it shall automatically be withdrawn”. Naturally, Terri’s parents
immediately rejected the offer.
MYTH: Terri's Medical Trust fund has been used to care for her.
FACT: The following expenditures have been paid directly from Terri's Medical Trust fund,
with the approval of Judge George Greer:
Summary of expenses paid from Terri’s 1.2 Million Dollar medical trust fund (jury
awarded 1992)
NOTE: In his November 1993 Petition Schiavo alleges the 1993 guardianship asset balance as
$761,507.50
Atty Gwyneth Stanley
Atty Deborah Bushnell
Atty Steve Nilson
Atty Pacarek
Atty Richard Pearse (GAL)
Atty George Felos |
$10,668.05
$65,607.00
$7,404.95
$1,500.00
$4,511.95
$397,249.99 |
News and Exclusives on the Terri
Schiavo Case by Michael John
How the Legal Battle for Terri Shindler Schiavo's life was lost at the onset. Michael Schiavo
and George Felos
Fact - Once the malpractice
money was in the bank, Michael Schiavo refused to allow treatment for an infection that
Terri was suffering and ordered that she not be resuscitated in the event of cardiac
arrest. Michael
Schiavo Motives
An MRI or PET is needed to determine the level of brain damage Terri Schiavo Brain
Scan
Teenager Arrested for trying to sneak in a drink of water to Terri Schiavo Arrest Photo
My Journey With The Schindlers By Father
Robert J. Johansen Love
for Live Fight Against Death
Michael Schiavo - Money Trail Review - Intent
and Actions - Purpose Terri Schiavo Dead
What evidence is there concerning Terri's
strangulation? Schiavo Medical Evidence
Terri Schiavo versus Michael Schindler - Myths and Facts. Liberal Death Penalty ?
Judge orders the premeditated killing
of disabled Florida woman Judge Greer
The fight for Terri http://www.terrisfight.org
Blogs for Terri -
http://www.blogsforterri.com
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