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Yes, it's saving lives No, it's the same as abortion
Debate Score:33
Arguments:8
Total Votes:40
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Do you agree with Embryonic Stem Cell Research?

Is it really about pro-life or pro-choic

Yes, it's saving lives

Side Score: 24
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No, it's the same as abortion

Side Score: 9
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6 points
So far, the alternatives require modifications (like using viruses as vehicles) that can reduce their medical utility.
As to the argument that using them supports abortion, is like saying using spare parts from junkyards supports accidents.
625 days ago
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5 points
Let's keep alive people alive. We do not need the religious right telling us what to do.
624 days ago
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4 points
It's not about pro choice/life at all. Before long scientists will be able to create raw stem cells, and research now with embryonic stem cells might lead to a treatment for cancer that could cure millions of people much sooner than waiting for that to happen. There are lots of embryos used for fertility treatment, and people don't see it as murder when the extras are destroyed when the mother finally gets pregnant. Morally, curing millions of people should make embryonic stem cell research an imperative.
624 days ago
and I'm pro-choice... surprise!
623 days ago
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5 points
I don't agree with taking stem cells from aborted embryos as I believe this inherently means you support abortion. However, I think that Stem Cells have a huge potential to eliminate many degenerative diseases that are affecting millions of people. Some of the new research around alternative ways to get Stem Cells (besides from a fetus) look very promising to allow us to continue finding new cures but not at the expense of unborn children.
Supporting Evidence: Stem Cell Breakthrough (popsci.typepad.com)
625 days ago
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