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U.S. Researchers Create Genetically Modified Human Embryo May 14, 2008 Genetic Crossroads A U.S. research group has created what appears to be the world's first genetically modified human embryo, crossing an ethical boundary that until now has been observed by scientists around the world.

Public interest group criticizes creation of first genetically modified human embryo Center for Genetics and Society calls for effective regulationMay 12, 2008 A small group of researchers decided on its own to overstep a key ethical boundary that has been observed around the world, with no discussion by the public, the media, or policy makers.

House Approves Genetic Test Law [MP3] by Jamie Brooks, Neil Trautwein, and Farai Chideya - May 06, 2008 NPR News and Notes NPR's News and Notes takes a closer look at the genetic discrimination bill with CGS's Jamie Brooks and health lobbyist Neil Trautwein.

Geneticizing Disease: Implications for Racial Health Disparities Apr 22, 2008 Please join Generations Ahead and the Center for American Progress for a special presentation in Berkeley, California

Genetically Modified Humans? No Thanks. by Richard Hayes - Apr 15, 2008 Washington Post New human genetic technologies have real potential to help prevent or cure many terrible diseases. But if misapplied, they would exacerbate existing inequalities and reinforce existing modes of discrimination. If more widely abused, they could undermine the foundations of civil and human rights. In the worst case, they could undermine our experience of being part of a single human community with a common human future.

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