For some people, policies about stem-cell research, same-sex marriage and abortion rights threaten religious beliefs.

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But from what I know, generally the more religious groups tend to be opposed to stem cell research,

但是一般来说，就我所知越是反对干细胞研究的人，

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So the major controversy behind stem cell research, at least as far as I understand it,

干细胞研究背后的主要争议，就我的理解来说，

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The Secretary of Health and Human Services (Secretary), through the Director of NIH, may support and conduct responsible, scientifically worthy human stem cell research, including human embryonic stem cell research, to the extent permitted by law.

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Governor-elect JON CORZINE (Democrat, New Jersey): We can and we will invest in embryonic stem cell research and other forms of stem cell research that will save, restore and extend the quality of lives for our loved ones.

NPR: Democrat Corzine Manages Jump from Senator to Governor

"Any adult stem cell scientist is disadvantaged, and that's because there is a deliberate focus to fund embryonic stem cell research and a focus away from adult stem cell research, " Dr. Deisher said.

WSJ: Stem-Cell Plaintiffs Cite Ethical Motivation