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Medical Societies Speak Out on Proposed Aid-in-Dying Bills

Associations Now

The topic has gained little traction on the presidential campaign trail, though last month Vermont senator and Democratic candidate Bernie Sanders spoke out in support of physician-assisted suicide at a forum hosted by the Leadership Council of Aging Organizations. The issue is also contentious north of the border. “As

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Dorothy, We Aren't in Vermont Anymore. : Off Stage

Off Stage

12, 2009 - Dorothy, We Aren't in Vermont Anymore. Let’s say it’s an issue of whether or not the association should take a position on the location a proposed new highway in your community. The Board proposes a questionnaire to the members (“Let’s survey the troops!”). false false false.

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