Congresswoman Diana DeGette (D-Denver) will participate in a live 30-minute Q&A with Colorado Confidential readers on Friday, May 9 at 11 a.m. MDT.
DeGette will take your questions on the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act, her third attempt to pass this landmark legislation following two vetoes by President Bush.
Read the congresswoman's comments from her dKos diary posted yesterday below the fold.
For the first time since President Bush’s executive order severely restricting embryonic stem cell research, a House Congressional Committee held a hearing on this important issue. Researchers from around the world agree that embryonic stem cell research is among the most promising medical advancement endeavors.
Over the past year there have been many important developments in the field of cell-based scientific research. One thing that has become clear is that no one can predict which line of research will produce the next breakthrough. All research is important, and should be supported as long as it adheres to certain ethical guidelines.
I am working to establish an ethical framework for all forms of stem cell research. This hearing highlighted the amazing advancements that have been made through adult stem cell research and the unbelievable potential of breakthroughs that will come from embryonic stem cell research.