Schwarzenegger Steps Up

I am heartened by this:

Schwarzenegger Gives $150 million stem cell loan.

He said:

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"I remain committed to advancing stem cell research in California, in the promise it holds for millions of our citizens who suffer from chronic diseases and injuries that could be helped as a result of stem cell research," Schwarzenegger said in a letter to his finance director.

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It's a reminder that there is still plenty that can be done at the state level.   According to the same article the governor of Illinois has diverted $5 million from the state budget for stem cell research.