Analysis of Joanna Mackay

In this essay, the main topic appears to be the selling of organs. The argument being made here is whether or not organ sales should be legal, or regulated by the government. Her position is based on the fact that it could save lives because people are put onto waiting lists when they need an organ, but she argues that for these people who are dying being put on a list just isn't good enough. She also states that there are people in need of money who would gladly sell an organ for cash, and that these people would provide an increase in available organs and thereby save other's lives. Her final position seems to be that these types of organ sales happen anyway on the black-market where it is not only illegal but it isn't safe. She proposes that the government control this market so it is safe for the people who are selling their organs. Joanna organizes her argument in that basic order, people need organs while people need money and are willing to sell organs. Followed by how dangerous it is and how the safety and benefits would greatly increase if the government would regulate it.