Public Opinion and Activism in The Terri Schiavo Case - Schindler Family Activism After Schiavo's Death

Schindler Family Activism After Schiavo's Death

The Schindler family started the Terri Schindler Schiavo Foundation in 2001 to oppose the removal of Schiavo's feeding tube. After her death, the foundation reorganized to address similar situations. In 2010 the foundation was renamed the Terri Schiavo Life & Hope Network. Collin Raye became the network’s national spokesperson in September 2011.

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