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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 2001
Page
4
A public forum in Southern Illinois gathers residents to discuss whether to support government funding and policy action on stem cell research. Debates center on scientific promise, ethical concerns, and potential medical breakthroughs.
Linda from Johnston City states opposition to embryonic research as it destroys embryos regarded as human from conception. The remark highlights a belief that a baby is a baby at conception and questions the morality of embryo-based studies.
Bridget Banke of Carbondale discusses a new therapy claiming to aid spinal injury recovery and potentially treat diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, highlighting their hoped impact on mobility and quality of life.
Ayum Soumah voices cautious backing for research arguing many people could benefit from future cures and discoveries while acknowledging personal reservations about the breadth of the study.
Online results report 658 respondents with 57.8 percent backing funding for stem cell research and 42.2 percent opposing it. The survey reflects public opinion on the controversial genetic procedure.
The 1975 Energy Policy and Conservation Act established CAFE fuel economy targets aiming to curb foreign oil dependence. Car and truck standards spurred efficiencies in the late 1970s and early 1980s, while later SUV demand kept SUVs under lower limits, shaping 1990s vehicle sales trends.
The article argues that CAFE laws failed to cut gasoline demand, increasing imports and driving miles. It cites studies claiming downsizing raised fatalities and injuries, with figures from Harvard NHTSA and USA Today analyses. It notes proposed increases to 34 mpg for SUVs and trucks and invites reader comments.
An unsigned column invites readers to call The Vent with opinions on Glenn Poshard and his daughter’s story. The piece defends coverage, contrasts with other editors, and notes the paper’s role as a news outlet rather than a political promoter while referencing editorial stances and reader feedback.
Astute columnist urges SIU to suspend Glenn Poshard, potentially terminate if he runs and wins. The piece also revisits term limits as a cure for political hacks, praising presidents Washington and Lincoln and urging McCain and Hastert to back limits.
Readers may leave brief comments by phone at two numbers or a toll free line with ext 15005, email at sisoundoff yahoo com, or by mail to Sound Off The Southern Illinoisan P O Box 2108 Carbondale IL 62901 Letters up to 250 words may withhold their names and should avoid attacks while the paper reserves the right to edit all letters.
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