Obama declares fetal stem cell research moral

Take that, Pope Benedict.

(I)n recent years, when it comes to stem cell research, rather than furthering discovery, our government has forced what I believe is a false choice between sound science and moral values. In this case, I believe the two are not inconsistent. As a person of faith, I believe we are called to care for each other and work to ease human suffering. I believe we have been given the capacity and will to pursue this research – and the humanity and conscience to do so responsibly.

It is a difficult and delicate balance. Many thoughtful and decent people are conflicted about, or strongly oppose, this research. I understand their concerns, and we must respect their point of view.

Apparently respecting their point of view amounts to telling them they're wrong and committing the government to spending on something they believe is immoral.

You backward types may now retreat further into guns and religion.