Morena to Open Debate on Assisted Dying in Mexico City, Meet with Two Groups

Mexico City lawmakers from Morena are preparing to open a legislative discussion on assisted dying after two advocacy groups put forward separate proposals.

One group is collecting signatures to submit a citizen initiative on euthanasia. The group Libertad para Morir delivered its own initiative to Morena lawmakers on Aug. 28, receiving a commitment that legislators would study the document and begin the corresponding debate.

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We are going to invite the groups to talk in the Mexico City Congress about both initiatives.

Xóchitl Bravo, Morena’s coordinator in the local Congress, said the groups would be invited to discuss both proposals. Lawmakers plan to compare what each initiative proposes before holding discussion and analysis sessions in Congress.

Bravo also expressed personal support for the issue. She said many people have endured the painful experience of watching relatives “only wait” without being able to help them. “Personally, I support it. Personally, for reasons of dignity, because at the end of life we must also be able to decide,” she said. She described assisted dying as a right connected to how people want to end their lives, rather than only a legislative matter.

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Personally, I support it. Personally, for reasons of dignity, because at the end of life we must also be able to decide.