Annie, I'd have to agree with you re: a particular situation. It is what the Dems do all the time by trotting out an individual who benefitted from some such gov't program. The efficacy of such a program may be very iffy, costing taxpayers BILLIONS of dollars, but as long as it helps 2% of individuals, we'll keep throwing money down that rat hole.

I am not advocating prolonging anyone's suffering, but it is not the purview of the State to usurp parental rights. Just look at what Oregon has done to a couple with cognitive disabilities. Those parents have shown they can care for their children, but Oregon officials have deemed them not smart enough. 

Talk about elitism from our betters in government.