Hi Edith, These are two different efforts in support of medical and parkinson's research. CuresNow is an organization primarily made up of entertainment industry folks who support stem cell and SCNT research. They are asking for e-mails with personal stories from people living with serious and chronic diseases." Senators are asking to hear from individuals. They want to hear your story, and why this research is important to you." The web site you mentioned is the Grassroots Connection - created by a group of PWP. Go to www.grassrootsconnection.com Among a number of issues on the web site is "I Used to BE" You are asked to describe in a few words what PD has taken from your life - it is not only for young onset patients and it does not need to be only job-related. Everyone is welcome to add their comment. The final list will be printed and brought to the Senate Committee hearing that Michael J. Fox will be addressing on May22nd. Linda Herman ---------------------------------------------------------------------- To sign-off Parkinsn send a message to: mailto:[log in to unmask] In the body of the message put: signoff parkinsn