Election Issues Affecting Women 2008: Stem Cell Research and Human Embryos
21 September 2008
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McCain
Supports federal funding for embryonic stem cell research on embryos that would otherwise be discarded. Opposes the creation of human embryos for research purposes. Opposes human cloning and any related experimentation.
Obama
Advocates increased stem cell research. Campaign Web site states: “We owe it to the American public to explore the potential of stem cells to treat the millions of people suffering from debilitating and life-threatening diseases.” Supported legislation during his tenure in the Illinois Senate that allowed embryonic stem cell research in that state. Opposes human cloning.
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