Which of the following best captures the Supreme Court's ruling in regard to physician-assisted suicide?

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The Supreme Court ruling in Gonzales v. Oregon (2006) held that the Controlled Substances Act did not authorize the federal government to override state laws legalizing physician-assisted suicide. However, the Court did not create a constitutional right to physician-assisted suicide. Thus, option A, which states that the Constitution does not protect a right to commit suicide, is the best choice. Options B, C, and D are incorrect as they are not supported by the ruling. Option E is also incorrect as the ruling upheld state laws legalizing physician-assisted suicide.

Which of the Following Best Captures the Supreme Court's Ruling