Tuesday, June 9, 2009

What Can I Do?

Know your facts. This is first and most important step to master before you can involve yourself in the issue. Make sure to research the information in depth before you form your own opinion, because you do not want to make arguments off false assumptions from what you think you know.

Stay informed. Be aware of future voting that will most likely take place on stem cell research and use. Know the government's stand on stem cell research, and the latest discoveries on stem cells.

Keep an open mind. After you have formed your own opinion about whether or not you are pro or against stem cell research, it is important to listen carefully to what the other side has to say. If everybody sticks stubbornly to their opinion, a solution can never be reached.

Speak out. Whether in the form of voting, online blogging, or school assignments, make your voice heard. Not only will you speak out your opinion, you are bringing knowledge to more people simply by speaking out. It is time that people stop living in ignorance and acknowledge the global issues of today.

Pursue a career in stem cell research. Fellow teens, this is for you. If you are unsure of what career to pursue, why not study stem cells and major in college in science? Your efforts, creativity, and thought will prove to be incredibly valuable as stem cells will grow to be a bigger controversy with more complications.