Terri was legally put to death in a most merciless, cruel manner, while her loved ones pleaded for her life, and absent any evidence that she ever desired to end her life.
It is still happening to others, it will continue to happen, it could happen to any of us.
Personally I don't think a day of remembrance is sufficient. A few indictments would be a good start.
But I'll settle for a day of remembrance.
You're spot on the money. A day of remembrance should also be a day of activism.