Acceptable Quote by Richard Dawkins
“Or why it is acceptable to train fast runners and high jumpers but not to breed them. I can think of some answers, and they are good ones, which would probably end up persuading me. But hasn't the time come when we should stop being frightened even to put the question?”
About This Quote
Explores ethical limits of enhancing human abilities, questioning why we accept training but reject genetic modification.
In simple terms: Challenges moral boundaries of human enhancement.
Key Takeaway
We must reconsider fear-driven bans on bioengineering.
Themes
ethics
human enhancement
technology
societal fear
philosophy
Mood
thoughtful
provocative
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- policy debates
- bioethics committees
- public discourse
- academic research
Key Concepts
genetic engineering
sports performance
moral philosophy
Practical Applications
- guiding legislation
- informing public opinion
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria should determine permissible enhancements?
- How do cultural values shape our acceptance of bioengineering?
A Different Perspective
Some argue that altering human genetics could have unforeseen ecological and social consequences, warranting caution.
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