Senator Kennedy, RIP

Though I disagreed with him on just about everything, his death is still a loss. Though his death was expected by his family, mourning is no easier. My prayers are with them during this time of loss.

White House Announces President Will Veto S.5

The White House announced today that the President will veto S.5, the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act of 2007. S.5 would use tax dollars to pay for the intentional destruction of human embryos in order to further embryonic stem cell research.

To date, there are no patients benefitting from stem cell research derived from human embryos. However, there are over 70 diseases and conditions that can be treated using stem cells from ethical sources (e.g., umbilical cord blood).

The White House is sending a clear message that our tax dollars should not be used for ethically questionable research but will our Senators be listening?

Senate Likely to Begin Debate on Embryonic Stem Cell Research Funding Tomorrow

Please contact your Senator to let them know that you oppose taxpayer funding of human embryonic stem cell research.

The vote will likely occur on Wednesday so there is still time. Call the U.S. Capitol Switchboard at 202-224-3121.