News and Information About GA Senate Bill 148, the `Saving the Cure` Act
“Thinking Right” by Jim Wooten
Published in The Atlanta Journal Constitution
March 20, 2007
At 41, state Sen. David J. Shafer of Duluth is already talking about how he wishes to be remembered when he is gone from this Earth.
The seriousness with which he approaches, and his diligence in lining up scientists, medical experts and ethicists to weigh [...]
Posted on March 19th, 2007 by admin
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Staff editorial published by The Augusta Chronicle
March 18, 2007
Bill supports promising, harmless stem cell research from birth tissue, fluid
When you think of stem cell research, what do you think about?
Embryos? Politics? Controversy?
You bet.
A bill before the General Assembly just might change the way you think about it, though.
The “Saving the Cure Act” would create the “Georgia [...]
Posted on March 18th, 2007 by admin
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Staff editorial published by The Macon Telegraph
March 14, 2007
There is a philosophical battle going on in conservative circles about stem cell research. Stem cell research holds the promise that these tiny cells that can become any part of the body and might be the cure for several diseases and conditions. Terminology has muddled the picture. [...]
Posted on March 14th, 2007 by admin
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Staff editorial published by The Gwinnett Daily Post
March 11, 2007
Advancement in medical science over the last few years has been both astounding and terrifying. No area of study has exacted that dichotomy more so than stem cell research.
In the minds of many, “stem cell research” is inextricably linked to the use of embryos as the source [...]
Posted on March 11th, 2007 by admin
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Staff editorial published by The Rockdale Citizen
March 3, 2007
The controversial nature and confusion over stem cell research could sideline an important Senate bill that should be made law because of its potential to effect cures and save lives.
What is lost on the general public is the distinction between “good, nondestructive” stem cell research and the “bad, [...]
Posted on March 3rd, 2007 by admin
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