New ally in stem cell battle

Introducing the newest national organization to speak out on the need for embryonic stem cell research. They call themselves DefCon, as in Defend the Constitution, and describe themselves as:

an online grassroots movement combating the growing power of the religious right. We will fight for the separation of church and state, individual freedom, scientific progress, pluralism, and tolerance while respecting people of faith and their right to express their beliefs

The group ran a newspaper ad last week identifying Jerry Falwell, James Dobson, and Pat Robertson as "America's most influential stem cell scientists." If you missed it, check it out.

Maybe next time they'll add photos of Wisconsin's Catholic bishops.