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Katie, I was also surprised to read that Gov. Thompson supports stem cell research. Hope it is true. The only other reference I've ffound so far was a transcript of a press conference when his nominatioon was announced. See: http://washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/onpolitics/elections/bushtext122900.htm His statement included the following: "Welfare reform, health care reform, long-term care for seniors, greater opportunities for the disabled, helping the poor find work, and helping the working-poor find rewards in their efforts, biotechnology and scientific research: I am absolutely passionate about these issues." When asked by a reporter, ..."some pro-lifers have expressed concern about your position on fetal cell research. Can you talk about your position on that, and your position generally on pro-life pro-choice issue?" Thompson replied: "I am a pro-life Governor.As you all know I chaired the platform committee for the Republican party, and everybody knows that I listen to everybody and will continue to do so. And my views on these issues, I will be more than happy to discuss when the Senate has my confirmation hearing." I don't know much about Thompson's record as governor, but there are other conservative politicians who are opposed to abortion, but have supported stem cell research funding, viewing these as two separate issues. I guess we may have to wait for the confirmation hearing to find out where he really stands. Linda