#stem cell

The federal and state governments should ban the use of taxpayer funds to support cloning and embryonic stem cell research. ↗

— Sandy Adams

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Under current federal policy on human embryonic stem cell research, only those stem cell lines derived before August 9, 2001 are eligible for federally funded research. ↗

— Tom Allen

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Cord blood stem cell units have been shown to be a suitable alternative to adult bone marrow for the treatment of many diseases, including sickle cell anemia. ↗

— Nathan Deal

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Using adult stem cells drawn from bone marrow and umbilical cord blood system cells, scientists have discovered new treatments for scores of diseases and conditions such as Parkinson's disease, juvenile diabetes, and spinal cord injuries. ↗

— Nathan Deal

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Stem cell research must be carried out in an ethical manner in a way that respects the sanctity of human life. ↗

— John Boehner

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Millions of American families affected by debilitating diseases have new hope today after the U.S. House passed legislation to support potentially life-saving stem cell research. ↗

— Nancy L. Johnson

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In a prime-time address, President Bush said he backed limited federal funding for stem cell research. That's right, the President said, this is a quote, the research could help cure brain diseases like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and whatever it is I have. ↗

— Conan O'Brien

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Through their work with fetal tissue, researchers hope to find ways to harness embryonic stem cells which have the ability to become any type of human cell and could provide new treatments for many illnesses. ↗

— Tom Allen

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We have a responsibility to promote stem cell research which could lead to treatments and cures for diseases affecting millions of Americans. ↗

— Louise Slaughter

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There are no bona fide treatments available for embryonic stem cells. There is nothing in the laboratory, and there is certainly nothing in the clinics available to patients. ↗

— Michael Burgess

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