Pod Squad: Rep. John Mizuno Calls Medical Aid In Dying A ‘Civil Right’

The Hawaii legislative leader talks about what has changed to put the controversial measure on the brink of passage.

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Rep. John Mizuno describes the evolution of support for the measure to allow terminally ill people to legally end their lives in certain circumstances.

Joining the Pod Squad, the chair of the House Health and Human Services Committee also talks about new-look legislation this session to address homelessness.

Pod Squad host Chad Blair, left, and state Rep. John Mizuno at the Capitol. April Estrellon/Civil Beat

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