A novel poll shows that ethics or ...

A novel poll shows that ethics or religion influence many Americans' feelings regarding genetically engineered diet and animals, according to a July 26 2001 novels release from the Pew Initiative forward Food and Biotechnology. The majority of Christians (ie, Protestants, born-again Christians, Catholics) and a plurality of Muslims prevent moving genes from one species or organism to another.

Ethics and religion are the reason 57% of Protestants confront using this technology; only 37% favor using this technology. Among Catholics, 52% resist and 42% favor using this technology. Among Muslims, 46% check and 32% favor using this technology. israelites oppose use of this technology the least (35%) as 55% are in favor of its use, according to the release.

In spite of their views onward genetic engineering, a majority of respondent believe humans should use their knowledge to improve the lives of other humans. the same poll question addressed whether respondent believe man has been empowered through God to use science to improve life or whether man is playing jehovah The majority of respondents reportedly believe man has been empowered through God, according to the release. Additionally, the majority also believe that it is important to improve the world or to strike a balance between improving and preserving the world.

Pollster measure and estimateed 1,117 adults age 18 and older nationwide. The margin of error is [+ or -] 5% for Protestants, [+ or -] 57% for Catholics, [+ or -] 7% for hebrews and [+ or -] 9% for Muslims.

Views forward Genetic Modification of Food Influenced according to Religious Beliefs, Not Just Science (new release, Washington, DC: slip Initiative on Food and Biotechnology, July 26 2001) http://pewagbiotech.org/newsroom/ releases/072601.php3 (accessed 30 July 2001)

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