Tom Harkin actually said...

"We are again reminded that human embryonic stem cell research is on fragile and fickle footing."

"But this is not an isolated incident. There are peer-reviewed publications and a larger number of patients, and I would love the opportunity to bring this forward in the United States after completing..."

"At last, we thought, there was a new approach to scientific research in this country, one that was dictated not by politics or ideology, but by ethical science."

"We must support all forms of stem cell research so that no matter where the cures come from, we can get there sooner rather than later."