Stem Cell Concerns Don't Freeze Evangelical Enthusiasm for Ice Bucket Challenge

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“…dozens of evangelical leaders—have eagerly shivered and shaked their way through the ice bucket challenge, despite concerns from Catholic leaders and pro-life groups that the viral video craze may be sending millions to fund embryonic stem cell research.” CT

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dcbii
Thu, 09/04/14 1:07 pm

Although I would bet that few do, any donors can opt out of their donations being used for stem cell research of any kind.

From the ALS website:

“The ALS Association primarily funds adult stem cell research. Currently, The Association is funding one study using embryonic stem cells (ESC), and the stem cell line was established many years ago under ethical guidelines set by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS); this research is funded by one specific donor, who is committed to this area of research. In fact, donors may stipulate that their funds not be invested in this study or any stem cell project.”

Dave Barnhart