Research

In the essay written by, Ron Kline, a pediatric oncologist, entitled “I Am

the Enemy” his main objective is to save the lives of children. His medical

research is performed on animals, and because of this research Dr. Kline

receives a lot of negative feedback. Activist groups seem to think opposing

animal research may slow down Dr. Kline’s work. These organizations

believe their way is the only right way, so they portray medical researchers

inflicting pain on animals, causing them suffering and wrongful death. Were it

not for Kline’s research, humans could suffer tragic deaths. Activists want

alternative methods used, suggesting computers could replace real flesh and

blood. However, medical research could not be done without animals-- it just

won’t work. Unfortunately, restricting animal research could drastically affect

our everyday life. Restrictions on Dr. Kline’s work also puts restrictions on

life. This angers the medical...