Bill Frist.

I am so happy that Dr. Frist finally is acting and, more importantly, thinking like a doctor. His stance on the expansion of stem cell lines is a step in the right direction (and absolutely contra to what the White House says).

My boyfriend, who is a doctor, was in shock when Dr. Frist "diagnosed" Terry Shiavo via videotape. It was almost comical seeing how upset my boyfriend got when he discussed it. I think he mentioned something about Dr. Frist next questioning evolution and hopping on the creationism bus (and totally abandoning the scientific principles he should adhere to as a doctor). Obviously, Dr. Frist is an intelligent guy - you do not become a heart/lung transplant surgeon by being a dummy (even in Tennessee). However, what was he thinking? Clearly it was a move to pander to the religious right.

I am not sure why he is totally switching course now, but the religious right does not like it at all. I still marvel at the religious right and their maniacal support for George Bush and others who are of the same mindset. It is NOT ok to kill an embryo or someone who is completely brain dead, but it is ok to send young men off to their death. Why is this ok? Because these young men and women are killing Muslims, which is ok. I am pretty sure the Bible says that somewhere. Ok, maybe I am being a little ridiculous, but you get the point.....

Whatever the case, I am happy to see a leading Republican break rank from the White House. It will be interesting to see what ultimately happens....