The issue is that they're for it, but it's not that important to them. If they believe that, then let them believe it. Most people don't agree with that. But I think what we have in this country is diversity and many faiths and many beliefs, and for those people who believe that they should allow a God to take their lives, fine. For other people who have a different view of God as a compassionate God who gives them choice, who gives them intellect, who gives them modern technology, they think it's perfectly compatible with their God.
Assisted suicide is legal in Oregon.
Fifteen people used the Oregon Death With Dignity Act last year to help themselves die. But 29,000 people died last year in Oregon. It's very hard to know. The law started in November of '97. Two hours later is Henry Hyde with his bill saying we're going to put the DEA back on your backs.