Originally published at The Crux
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SÃO PAULO, Brazil – As a bill to decriminalize euthanasia in Mexico appears to be gaining momentum, the Church is seeking to mobilize Catholics to defend life, betting that most Mexicans still believe it is their responsibility to care for their elderly and sick relatives.
On Apr. 25, at least 2,000 demonstrators took part in the 15th edition of the Mexican March for Life in Mexico City, protesting the decriminalization of abortion in the nation’s capital 19 years ago and the potential legalization of euthanasia.
The Archdiocese of Mexico City had invited Catholics to join the demonstration in an editorial published in its house organ, Desde la Fe (“From the Faith”).
In the article, the archdiocese said that “abortion, euthanasia and suicide are plagues that strike our humanity under the guise of being valid alternatives in the face of suffering.”
“We do not judge those who resort to any of these options, because suffering exists, and it is extremely important to support the pregnant woman who feels alone or emotionally distressed, the sick person who feels they have no way out, and anyone experiencing some form of depression,” the editorial read.
Activist Samara Martinez, 31, introduced the bill —
