As President Obama rolled back President Bush's restrictions on federal funding of embryonic stem cell research today, he stated (among other things), "Our government has forced what I believe is a false choice between sound science and moral values." He noted his action is "about ensuring that scientific data is never distorted or concealed to serve a political agenda--and that we make scientific decisions based on facts, not ideology."
I found these remarks deeply troubling on many levels. Fortunately, The Wall Street Journal has published an editorial well worth reading and considering:
Obama's casual and dismissive attitude makes me so sad. Excellent article by Robert George.
Posted by: Kristen | March 10, 2009 at 12:42 AM
I agree. It is very troubling. Even if you dismiss "ideology" the science isn't on his side (as indicated in the article). Sad day.
Posted by: Jennifer | March 10, 2009 at 09:02 AM
No the science is not on his side.
How are you Alice? How about some baby pictures of your sweet prince.
Posted by: Kathy | March 10, 2009 at 03:51 PM
Very sad!
We need to pray fervently for our country.
Thanks for this, Alice.
Mary
Posted by: Ernie | March 10, 2009 at 10:47 PM
Well said. A tragic, but tragically predictable, development.
Posted by: Elizabeth H. | March 11, 2009 at 12:01 PM
I feel the only thing that keeps me from desperation about this situation - not just the stem cell research but the mindset it demonstrates and the path it is taking us down - is to pray.
Posted by: sarah | March 15, 2009 at 03:21 PM
When I prayed, God said Obama was right about this.
Posted by: Abby | March 18, 2009 at 08:18 AM