Embryonic Stem Cell Research

Recently, Senator Arlen Spector decided he was going to try and pass a bill that would support embryonic stem cell research by receiving federal funding. His bill states that the stem cells they use will only come from embryos that would have been discarded by in vitro fertilization clinics. In addition to this, the people donating the embryos must give their written consent to allow them to use their embryos for research. I believe that this bill should pass because if the abortions are going to happen anyways, there is no use in discarding the embryos when they could be used for something good. The stem cell research could help in finding cures for diseases and would better the lives of many people.

Should the federal government do more to save the environment?

I believe that the Federal Government could put a lot more effort into saving the environment. It most likely is not considered a top priority at the moment because the way we are treating the environment now will have a greater impact on future generations than on us today. However, this doesn't mean that it is not a major issue. The United States is currently ranked second in the amount of carbon dioxide emissions produced out of any country on earth. This could be changed if the Federal Government decided to become more involved and establish laws and regulations that require more people to become eco-friendly.