Its a major issue in the capital about supporting funding for it. Especially now since the Democrats hold majority in the U.S. Congress. So if they decide to pass legislation for it, they can very likely overturn the President's veto. Personally I'm all for it because to me in an overall basis, the possible results in medical treatments out way the costs, which in this case have the potential to save the lives of millions Americans living today with diseases. But I want to know your opinion. Do you support or oppose empryonic stem cell research. If you do or don't please explain why because I'm hoping to get not only many answers, but many different reasons why. Thanks if you took the time to read this and I appreciate all answers!!! Whether if you agree or don't agree with me!!
2007-01-13 08:01:44 · 13 answers · asked by Lil'D 3 in Politics & Government ➔ Other - Politics & Government
I bet most of the answers here support it but I'm just guessing of course. lol!
2007-01-13 11:23:53 · update #1
C'Mon!!! I want more answers!
2007-01-14 09:44:03 · update #2
My goal is at least 30 answers!!
2007-01-15 04:25:52 · update #3
Please help me reach my goal of 30 answers!
2007-01-17 09:08:46 · update #4
Thanks for anyone who answers my question!
2007-01-18 13:20:53 · update #5
I oppose it, here's why:
With all the talk of stem cell research, few people understand what stem cells even are. “A stem cell is a cell that has the ability to develop into any of the different cell types that make up the tissues and organs of the body". Embryonic stem cells are stem cells that can be found in a human embryo. Embryonic stem cell research is not illegal, however it should be. Many states have created laws which permit embryonic stem cell research, such as California. In California, it is legal to donate embryonic tissue for research. Three main reasons that embryonic stem cell research should be illegal are: the embryonic stem cells are taken from a living human embryo, tampering with the growth of the embryo is equivalent to murder, and it is immoral and wrong. It is also wrong to take away the rights of the unborn child.
The embryo is alive. It is not fully developed yet; therefore, many people argue that an embryo is not alive. After an embryo fully develops, it is referred to as a fetus or a more common term is baby. An embryo is living because it becomes a baby. Many people will argue that cells are not human beings and no lives are destroyed, but the action of taking the cells will destroy the embryo.
Tampering with the growth of an embryo is equivalent to murder. Murder can mean putting an end to something. In this case, a life. Embryos are alive; therefore,
embryonic stem cell research puts an end to many people’s lives. It is wrong and illegal to murder another human being, so why is it not illegal and wrong to take the life of a
baby. Stem cell research prevents many lives from being fully lived. It is immoral to take the life of an innocent person. It should not be permitted.
The Declaration of Independence provides that all people are equal, and have certain undeniable rights, which are life, liberty and pursuit of happiness. Embryonic stem cell research takes away the unalienable right to life. If we permit this, we are denying many people of their civil rights. To top it off, there is no guarantee that the researchers will even find anything to cure diseases and save many lives. Embryonic stem cell research goes against what the founding fathers wrote in the United States’ Declaration of Independence.
Another reason used to support stem cell research is that it may save lives. Scientists will say that stem cell research may cure or treat such diseases as Parkinson’s, diabetes and cancer. They use emotional appeals such as the words cancer and diabetes because there are greater odds that citizens will have a connection to them, rather that some other unheard of disease. Also, there is no guarantee that stem cell research will even come close to saving or improving the quality of lives. Why murder to save? There are other ways to research; it is not necessary to take the lives of babies.
Some argue yet, that embryonic stem cell research may be morally justifiable, by respecting while destroying. There is no way to respect and murder someone at the same time. It is an oxymoron; it just is not possible. There are alternatives to embryonic stem cell research such as adult stem cell research.
“Adult stem cells can be recovered by tissue biopsy from patients, grown in culture, and induced to differentiate into a wide range of mature cell types”. Adult stem cell research is a much better option to embryonic stem cell research because it does not harm the patient.
In order to stop this tragedy, we must make ourselves heard. Write to your congressmen and ask them to introduce a bill that will ban embryonic stem cell research. Ask them to push for adult stem cell research instead of embryonic. Embryonic stem cell research is immoral and wrong. Why murder to save?
2007-01-15 12:00:49 · answer #1 · answered by mehegan 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am all for it! My reason, I am a type 1 diabetic, open-minded, aware of the magnitude stem cell research has on western medicine and attended a funeral this week for a lovely woman who lost her fight with cancer. I realize the moral objection but ponder what Bush and all other objectors would vote if they had a very close loved one with terminal cancer or another disease that could be cured with stem cell transplantation. I also see that pharmaceutical companies have a big pull with the government and that scares me. I could live a normal life without 4-5 injections a day and the risk of serious complications if this research is allowed. My husbands boss wouldn't have lost his exceptional wife last Sunday morning who fought a hard fight at cancer if this research could have been passed back when it first came to light that it can cure cancer. Fetus' and embryo's are aborted every day by women who could end up with these diseases that kill and we allow that; what's the difference if the embryo is in a petri-dish or human body?
2007-01-13 19:15:25 · answer #2 · answered by chrissy757 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
SUPPORT
why? because it holds potential in learning the genetic problems that develop at birth, but remain asymtomatic, until later in life, and fixing them.
we may very well be witnessing the begining of the cure for cancer, and many other illnesses that not only kill, but drive the medical costs up for the people who never experience them.
I support the unused embryos from fertilization clinics being used for stem cell research, but i do not believe extra should be allowed to be grown for the specific purpose of research.
2007-01-13 08:56:44 · answer #3 · answered by jj 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I would support stem cell research. Miracles could be accomplished in conquering disease and maladies. Why would someone in their right mind prevent such research? It could feasibly cure genetic defects before birth, cure cancer, diseases of the organs like diabetes, heart disease, kidney disease and even arthritis. Instead, the useful stuff ends up being flushed away, thrown into landfills, and burned in furnaces. The govt. should have nothing to say about whether or not the research should be done. Science, not politics, could lead us into a healthier future.
2007-01-13 08:23:37 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
I agree with you that the benefits out weigh the cost. The possibilities can not even be guessed right now about the amount of lives that could be saved or all the possibilities for other medical breakthroughs. Frozen embryo's should not be considered equal to living, breathing people like some of the conservatives would have you believe otherwise.
2007-01-13 08:08:15 · answer #5 · answered by jason 1 · 4⤊ 2⤋
This is difficult for me, because am do believe that an embryo is alive. It is NOT a viable human being though, and so I am pro-choice and also support stem cell research, because it has the potential to save many viable human beings suffering with illness today.
The embryos used for research are slated to be DESTROYED, or stored indefinitely.
2007-01-13 08:12:52 · answer #6 · answered by Jamie R 4 · 3⤊ 1⤋
I totally support it... why should we throw away 400,000 embryos when we can use them for research? Anyone who doesn't support it must not know anyone with diabetes, parkinsons, or any other disease that we have the potential to cure.
Using the cells form the ambiotic fluid is a good step, but we do not have years of research with this method, and it is not as useful to us right now.
2007-01-13 08:13:22 · answer #7 · answered by runner08 3 · 5⤊ 2⤋
I support it 100%!
2007-01-13 14:05:41 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
Before we decide if we are for or against it, shouldn't we clear up the question of wther or not it is of any benefit? I have heard some eminent scientists say embryonic stem cell research is invaluable and others who say it is of no use whatsoever. Until we know which it is, I say leave well alone.
2007-01-13 08:23:20 · answer #9 · answered by skip 6 · 2⤊ 4⤋
I oppose it... why do you people insist on using embryo's when you can find stem cells in the amniotic fluid and umbilical cord? Don't give me that excuse that we'll use fetuses that have already been aborted... you know there will be harvesting of embryos for this sole purpose. And I don't support abortion under most circumstances.. so you won't get too many embryos the right way.
2007-01-13 08:07:30 · answer #10 · answered by 2007 5 · 1⤊ 5⤋