Michael J. Fox

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1. Michael J. Fox “McCaskill for Missouri” Ad - As part of his fight to have stem cell research expanded in order to try to find cures for diseases like Parkinson’s disease, which he has, Michael J. Fox taped this ad for Claire McCaskill, a candidate for U.S. Senate from Missouri. The ad is noteworthy not just for Fox’s appearance to promote a political candidate, but also because it allows viewers to clearly see the progression of Parkinson’s in Fox’s inability to control his muscles. Fox appeared in similar ads for other candidates leading up to the 2006 election season. (youtube.com)

2. Fox: I Was Over-Medicated in Stem Cell Ad - Michael J. Fox tells Katie Couric that allegations he was off his medicine for Parkinson’s disease while making political ads for pro-stem cell research candidates is false. Includes print story as well as video of Couric’s interview with Fox. (www.cbsnews.com)

3. Melting Snowflakes - Writer defends Michael J. Fox as well as the use of stem cell research, saying it is an issue that cuts across political lines. (digbysblog.blogspot.com)

4. The Ultimate Selfishness of Michael J. Fox - “I feel for Michael J Fox as an individual with a dreadful disease. As a player in the political world, I don’t feel for the push back he is getting … not at all.” (www.riehlworldview.com)

5. Limbaugh on Michael J. Fox Ad for MO Dem: “Either He Didn’t Take His Medication or He’s Acting” - Article on radio personality Rush Limbaugh’s assertion that Michael J. Fox’s TV ads for Missouri candidate Claire McCaskill exaggerated his condition, an assertion he later backed away from. Includes audio clips and transcripts of several parts of the radio show in question. (mediamatters.org)

6. Michael J. Fox, Stem Cells & Brain Tumors in Parkinson’s Patients - Opinion that Michael J. Fox is being used for political purposes and that stem cell research is not a viable avenue for curing Parkinson’s disease. (gatewaypundit.blogspot.com)

7. Michael J. Fox Records TV Ad for Cardin - Report on Michael J. Fox’s appearance in a TV ad for U.S. Senate candidate Ben Cardin, an ad that shows Fox clearly suffering from the effects of Parkinson’s disease. Quotes from each side of the political divide call the ads either powerful or manipulative. Incluides link to the commercial in question. (www.washingtonpost.com)

8. Michael J. Fox at IMDb.com - Complete listing of all Michael J. Fox’s movie and TV appearances as well as his credits for writing and producing. (www.imdb.com)

9. The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research - Michael J. Fox’s charitable foundation has raised over $50 million to fund research on Parkinson’s disease. In addition to information on the foundation, you can find the latest news on Parkinson’s, including what the latest research and clinical trials are finding, potential new Parkinson’s drugs and more. (www.michaeljfox.org)