Posts - Bill - S 1893 Henrietta Lacks Congressional Gold Medal Act
senate 05/22/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to honor Henrietta Lacks posthumously with a Congressional Gold Medal in recognition of her immortal cells, which have played a crucial role in advancing global health, scientific research, patient rights, and numerous medical breakthroughs.
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S 1893 - Henrietta Lacks Congressional Gold Medal Act
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moderate 05/22/2025
Honoring Henrietta Lacks feels right, even if it’s a little late—the science community owes her that much.
left-leaning 05/22/2025
Recognizing Henrietta Lacks is more than a medal; it’s a symbol that science can honor ethics and humanity together.
moderate 05/22/2025
This medal is a step forward, a quiet reminder that human dignity and discovery should go hand in hand.
left-leaning 05/22/2025
Finally giving Henrietta Lacks the credit she deserves—justice is long overdue, but worth the wait.
left-leaning 05/22/2025
Congress just caught up with history—about time we stopped celebrating exploitation and started celebrating heroes.
right-leaning 05/22/2025
Medals and memorials are fine, but let’s remember innovation thrives best when we respect property and consent.
right-leaning 05/22/2025
Acknowledging Henrietta Lacks with a medal is nice, but the real victory is protecting patient rights without government interference.
moderate 05/22/2025
A gold medal for Henrietta Lacks is a nod to progress, but let’s not forget the lessons behind her story.
right-leaning 05/22/2025
If the left wants to celebrate her legacy, fine—but keep the government’s hand out of science and business.