On 16 Sep 2004 at 9:42, Joao Carvalho wrote: > The ruling of the use of stem cells is a political decision by part of > the governments and is not my intention to make political propaganda > (as assumed) but only pointing the paradox is your statement as > accepted by "pro-life" defenders. Do you consider this political > ruling irrelevant ? Best, Joao I do not understand your point, above. Bush's decision was supported by Congress (if Congress wishes otherwise, they should enact appropriate legislation), but was based on his own (Bush's) views. These views are supported by many. Here in California, we will have on our November ballot, an initiative regarding stem cells, and so, we will have a chance to see what the electorate feels. What I objected to in your posting was your attempt to connect the stem cell issue with the war in Iraq. The two issues are different and the supporters/opponents are different. Best, Bob ********************************************** Robert A. Fink, M. D., F.A.C.S., P. C. 2500 Milvia Street Suite 222 Berkeley, California 94704-2636 Telephone: 510-849-2555 FAX: 510-849-2557 WWW: http://www.rafink.com/ mailto:[log in to unmask] "Ex Tristitia Virtus" ********************************************* ---------------------------------------------------------------------- To sign-off Parkinsn send a message to: mailto:[log in to unmask] In the body of the message put: signoff parkinsn