Oklahoma stem cell research gets $5.5M
Health Material would not come from embryos, officials say

James: "devil's money?" I take it you think research on embryos is "playing god?" It's funny: that research will continue (outside of OK, of course) and likely lead to great results (there's plenty of morons who quickly point out that it hasn't YET, clearly forgetting/not realizing that science doesn't make progress overnight). When a cure for some awful disease DOES come in the wake of embryonic stem cell research, you hypocrites better not use it. After all, that cure would be the product of "devil's money." But, I know you would if given the opportunity. That's because christians are stupid people, and that's how stupid people work--they don't give anything real thought, just act on knee-jerk reactions and religious dispositions instilled in them since birth.
paul, yukon - May 19, 2009 at 10:47 am

Scientific FACT Human Embryonic stem cell research even though has been funded for many years by non-government entities has NOT helped 1 person while ADULT stem cell research has helped people with over 70 different diseases. Likely to lead, maybe this always what people say but it should have shown some results by now.

I think both Paul (a pro-ESCR person who doesn't understand biology) and James (perhaps a plant designed to make anti-ESCR people look bad) both failed to read the first paragraph, in which it's explained that it is ADULT stem-cell research that will be receiving the $5.5 million. Further, you don't need to be religious in order to understand the scientific fact that human embryos are human beings, Paul. Please get yourself to a biology textbook as soon as possible.

I suspect that "james" is a plant. I mean, could anyone REALLY believe that stuff posted today?

james: perhaps you should just stop using ALL medicine that you have at home. I mean, it all came from the same researchers who are now delving into stem cells. If you're so adamently against it, stop being a hypocrite and quit supporting science altogether.

willis, you just reinforced why I think christians are ridiculous. I speak out against the fallacy that is christianity, and all you can do is respond: "well, just you wait until judgment day, lol!" Good one. I DO understand the tenets of christianity; I used to be a "believer." Having been enlightened by rational thought and science, I happily decry christianity with such fervor because christians are intent upon poisoning America with their beliefs. I, for one, won't stand for it. What's worse is that because most of you CAN'T think rationally, and since there's simply NO intelligent, viable argument favoring religion over science, it's best to just respond with "shocking" statements to get the attention of "god's followers." Christians deserve such disrespect for continually denigrating science in the name of religion and for creating such a (hypocritically) christian culture that we can't even elect public officials unless they proclaim to have "faith." Until christians stop disrespecting science, I'll never respect christians and what they believe in.

Oklahoma would be a lot better off with five million prayers instead of five million dollars funding the death of babies in the name of "research"

Paul you are a piece of work. How dare you say that christians are stupid people. Allways with the insults, that which you don't understand; you insult.
I am glad that you keep publicly putting down believers in God. When the judgement day comes for you, your record will speak loudly. You will fear the lord when that day comes. You have professed to your non belief to all who read these postings. That one is on you...

James: "devil's money?" I take it you think research on embryos is "playing god?" It's funny: that research will continue (outside of OK, of course) and likely lead to great results (there's plenty of morons who quickly point out that it hasn't YET, clearly forgetting/not realizing that science doesn't make progress overnight). When a cure for some awful disease DOES come in the wake of embryonic stem cell research, you hypocrites better not use it. After all, that cure would be the product of "devil's money." But, I know you would if given the opportunity. That's because christians are stupid people, and that's how stupid people work--they don't give anything real thought, just act on knee-jerk reactions and religious dispositions instilled in them since birth.

The settlement should go to those smokers who killed themselves so the state could collect this money.

"The board committed $500,000 for a year long planning phase to decide how the money should be distributed". I can see it now. As they decide where to meet, places like Cancun, France, Hawaii, Fiji, and Tahiti come to mind. With $500,000 to cover a year's worth of meetings, I could really go to town with that kind of lettuce.

Good deal! I am happy that money is going towards a worthy cause in medical science research. I hope and pray, one day there will be a cure for spina-bifida; allowing more babies to born healthy and no longer suffer a lifetime of health issues and surgeries.

Chris is right on. Too many people, incuding some "intellectuals," lump embryonic and adult stem cell research together, either out of ignorance or intent (much like the intentional or unintentional use of "immigration" to demonize those concerned about "illegal immigration"). Embryonic stem cell research (ESCR) is not only ethically problematic (how much more can we devalue life and make it valuable only for its "usefullness"?) but unproductive at this point in time given the fact that there are serious concerns regarding cell rejection and tumor development associated with the use of embryonic stem cells. Unfortunately, liberal (predominantly) politicians and co-horts in journalism (!?!), interest groups, and academia have effectively politicized the issue to protect abortion "rights" and marginalize ethical / religious beliefs regarding the sanctity of life and the reaches of government power. In addition, many in research recognize that the current administration is prepared to spend billions on this research, so the fiscal incentive also exists (keep an eye on "lawmakers" who earmark funds for this unstable and ethically challenged research in their states!) and political support for Democrats is virtually guaranteed. So kudos for backward redneck Oklahoma! Unlike our superior Blue sister states (like N.J, N.Y, California, etc.), we're actually going to respect human life and put money towards research that holds real promise! Oh, and ONE LAST TIME...President Bush did not sign and executive order banning ESCR...he banned federal funding for ESCR for NEW lines of stem cells (California voters reacted by approving state funding of private research into ESCR).

Read the article, James. The research involves adult stem cells, not from embryos. This is a good thing. Sanctity of life is preserved, and medical cures are discovered. It's a Win-Win!