Sam Brownback: “It is dated October 27, 2004. It is to Senator John F. Kerry, running for President at the time, signed by 57 scientists…”

“It is dated October 27, 2004. It is to Senator John F. Kerry, running for President at the time, signed by 57 scientists who have a real problem with embryonic stem cell research. They say in this letter: As professionals trained in the life sciences we are alarmed at these statements. They are referring to what Senator Kerry was saying, that this would be a centerpiece issue for him in moving forward with science. This is in 2004. First, your statement misrepresents science. In itself, science is not a policy or a political program. Second, it is no mere ``ideology'' to be concerned about the possible misuse of humans in scientific research. Here we come to the real rub of the issue on embryonic stem cell research. Is the embryo human life or isn't it? It is one or the other. It is either a human life or it isn't. It is alive. It is human in its genetic form. Is it a human life or not? If it is not a human life, do with it as you choose. If it is a human life, it deserves protection and respect. We do it for everybody in this room, no matter what your State is, your physical condition. Why wouldn't we do it while you are in the womb? I have a letter signed by 57 scientists with a real problem with embryonic stem cell research. My colleague asked me to produce scientists who are opposed to embryonic stem cell research. Here they are.…”