Posted on 11/07/2006 7:55:20 AM PST by SmithL
This just in: Actor and stem cell research activist Michael J. Fox has endorsed Democratic nominee Jerry McNerney of Pleasanton for congressional District 11.
McNerney is in a tight race with GOP incumbent Rep. Richard Pombo, R-Tracy.
Fox has been actively campaigning this year with the Democratic Party for embryonic stem cell research. Pombo, along with many conservative Republicans and President George W. Bush, oppose the practice because it involves the destruction of human embryos.
Here's the text of the Democrat's press release:
MICHAEL J FOX ENDORSES JERRY MCNERNEY FOR CONGRESS
Cites Support for Stem Cell Research
Today Michael J. Fox strongly endorsed Democratic Congressional candidate Jerry McNerney. As a vocal proponent of medical research, Fox is supporting candidates who support all forms of stem cell research in races where their opponents simply do not.
"America is about hope, about promise, about always moving forward, and we deserve leaders who are willing to deliver that hope to their constituents," Fox stated.
"The idea of restricting one of the most promising areas of research is shortsighted. We have no way of knowing where the next break will emerge," Fox continued.
Stem cell research has the potential to improve the lives of millions of people living with diseases and disorders including cancer, diabetes, spinal cord injuries, heart disease, Alzheimer's disease, and even Parkinson's disease.
Fox is committed to electing to Congress individuals like Jerry McNerney who will support expanding the current policy on stem cell research. McNerney's opponent, Rep. Richard Pombo, voted to uphold President George W. Bush's veto of the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act in July 2006 and had previously voted against the legislation.
"I enthusiastically support and endorse Jerry McNerney for Congress. By supporting stem cell research, Jerry McNerney puts America on a path that speaks to who we are as a nation," Fox concluded."
Any word on who Screech or Horseshack are endorsing?
I dont underrstand. He was so Republican on Family Ties lol
Why am I not surprised
Just like Tucker was on Crossfire.
So, Michael, how many embryos have you and your wife created and donated for research? Put up or shut up.
Ugg Tucker. Talk about gloom and doom. For him it seems there is never a silver lining. I had to quit watching him
One word that has never passed Michael J. Fox's lips during this whole campaign...."embryonic."
I wonder how all this will SHAKE out?
Why does anyone care who a Canadian endorses?
Michael wouldn't donate embryos. He eats them. Hence, my tagline.
Michael Fox would endorse Satan himself if he were for EMBRYONIC stem cell research, which I'm sure Satan does actively support.
LOL.
Funniest post I've seen today!!
I don't even know if this twit is Canadian anymore, I think he's an American citizen now. Thanks God he doesn't comment on our elections up here. What a dork.
Seriously, I'd really like to ask that question of everyone who comes out in favor of ESCR.
"How many of your OWN embryos have you donated to help this research? If none, why not?"
On a personal note, are you back home now? I saw things were going better with your Mom.
In addition, Roll Call mag demanded McNerney stop using use of its logo in his TV attack ad.
I wonder if he really is an American citizen. If not, then he should shut up!
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