Holland is the only other country in the world that permits euthanasia, so Oregan isn't the first place. But from a personal view point, I used to work in a hospital for many years and it was very difficult to watch my patients go through the motions of receiving treatment (similar to Lut's brother-in-law), and they knew there was no relief for them. I hope that when my time comes I will have the option of euthanasia.