KC Civic leaders ask Blunt to oppose ballot issues related to stem cell research

Prime Buzz Blog is carrying a story that highlights a concerted effort on the part of KC civic leaders (some of whom are MAINstreamers) to get Gov. Matt Blunt to oppose challenges that might reverse protection of stem-cell research as well as pose a threat to Missouri's nonpartisan court plan.

The MAINstream Coalition Board of Directors is already on record opposing both efforts. MAIN*blogger is glad to see that the Civic Council of Greater Kansas City shares our concerns.

In their letter to Blunt, the Civic Council stated about these possible initiatives, "...if passed, would have significant, negative consequences for the state of Missouri and for the greater Kansas City metropolitian area. We rely on you as the chief executive officer of the state of Missouri to provide leadership against issues that will harm the state's future and support efforts that will position Missouri well in the future global economy."

The letter was signed by Terrence Dunn, chairman of the civic council and president and chief executive officer of J.E. Dunn Construction Group.