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Originally Posted by Magnulus
I don't think that's the issue at all. I think people are more worried about the consequences of a hypothetical future where physical conformity is enforced by social norms. A definitely, immediate loss of genetic diversity (perhaps a mystery plague could suddenly wipe out the human race) coupled with possible delitirious side effects on our spirituality. In a world where there is no "other", how would people learn values such as tolerance? Would we all be pressured to think alike as well?
If we are going to have genetic modification, it should be done for rational reasons, not for the whims of parents, or to turn everybody into Brad Pitt.
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How is ensuring everyone is free of genetic diseases, more intelligent, and more attractive not rational? I also find it odd that you mention the parents, how come no mention of what the government might do? I'd trust most parents more than any government.
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