This isn't about debate. These scientists are working on possible cures. Their work has and will continue with or without the political, religious and social bickering.
We don't use the word "embryonic" to refer to cord stem cells.
"Embryonic" stem cells are plenipotent cells from a very early stage of division. You must kill a baby to get them. Cord stem cells are multipotent cells from the umbilical cord - they are like adult stem cells, but they are easy to get at.