The Claremont Institute has an interesting discussion about the National Association of Science’s report on embryonic stem cell research, and the mindset behind it.

In short, the NAS thinks that human affairs should be as “value neutral” as the physical sciences. Gee, I thought Robert Openheimer showed us why that’s a nonstarter, but I guess the “scientists” never really learn the limitations of their knowledge.

In the meantime, check out Wesley J. Smith’s blog on bioethics. Smith is the author of A Consumer’s Guide to a Brave New World. Travis D. Smith (no relation) writes a splendid review of this book.

Essential reading for those wanting to learn more about the state of bioethics.