Tuesday, December 14, 2010

Response to Nicole's Stem cell post

I am actually really interested in this post made by Nicole on stem cell research and development. I feel like the whole concept of stem cells is really intriguing and can easily be argued, especially since the main source of stem cells is actually from embryonic cells from fetuses (by the way, I thought the plural of fetus was feti the first time I looked at it…just thought I should add that). This can definitely be a problem since it forces one to choose whether they would want to kill a living thing in order to save another. This can definitely be an issue because it changes the position from a scientific one to a more moral stance which can tug on one’s heartstrings. The two links posted were very much like the ones I posted in that one was more compelling in their argument than the other. Ironically enough, it was also the pro side that was more compelling. The reason was also the same: both of the pro arguments not only provided strong points that added to their argument but also added counter arguments that were properly refuted and explained. This allowed for a more convincing claim overall as well as more legitimate website/blog in general. In addition, the other website that was posted was also one-sided and tried to use a fear tactic in order to scare, as well as sadden, people into supporting their side instead of trying to provide facts to support their argument. So all in all, I do have to agree with what Nicole had to say about the links she posted as well as her overall opinion on the topic overall.

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