Jack Hoogendyk on Abortion

Republican Senate challenger

Abortion is the termination of a human life

Q: Do you support or oppose the policy: "Abortion is a woman's right"?

A: Do not support. Abortion is the termination of a human life. We need to protect the constitutional right to life of all americans, regardless of age.

Source: Email interview on 2008 Senate race with OnTheIssues.org Jun 3, 2008

Constitutionally guaranteed right to life from conception

I believe that all humans have constitutionally guaranteed right to life. This right extends from the time of conception to the time of natural death. Source: Campaign website, www.jackformichigan.org, "Issues" May 2, 2008

Supports adult stem cell research but not embryonic research

I am a proponent of stem cell research. But I draw a distinction between embryonic stem cell research (ESCR) and adult stem cell research. Embryonic is impractical because of problems with rejection and, to date, a failure to produce any cures. ESCR also requires the destruction of a human embryo, which is human life in its smallest form. Adult stem cell research has produced over 70 cures and continues to show great promise and progress. I oppose ESCR and strongly support Adult stem cell research. Source: Campaign website, www.jackformichigan.org, "Issues" May 2, 2008

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