<|begin_of_text|><|begin_of_text|><|begin_of_text|>Having publicly argued the church case in recent national debates on euthanasia and stem cells as well as on Aboriginal and refugee rights, I hope I can be seen as one with a consistent life ethic and a consistent approach on the primacy of<wm> human beings, of the dignity of human life.

I am intrigued by the idea of developing therapies that are grounded in scientific evidence that can be supported by independent scientific evidence.

I do recognize the need for a global political climate that can provide new avenues for nonviolent resistance and for international solidarity in human right. Yet the methods and attitudes must be based on evidence that can be independently verified. These methods and attitudes are nonviolent and respect the dignity and humanity of individuals and communities.

I appreciate your willingness to</wm> engage in public debate.

Thank you for a thought-provoking exchange on this issue, and for