The Thomistic Institute Transhumanism: The New Eugenics | Prof. Steven Jensen
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May 22, 2025 In this insightful discussion, Prof. Steven Jensen, an expert in bioethics and moral psychology, critiques transhumanism as a modern echo of eugenics. He argues that technological enhancements, like CRISPR and brain-computer interfaces, overlook the essence of human nature. Jensen explores the ethical divide between treatment and enhancement, revealing how a pursuit for perfection can lead to harmful consequences, such as overbearing parental expectations. Ultimately, he advocates for a love that embraces individual growth and human imperfections.
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Transhumanism Mirrors Eugenics
- Transhumanism shares intellectual roots with eugenics despite different approaches.
- Both seek to create 'superhuman' beings, but transhumanism calls it liberal eugenics.
Good Requires Understanding Nature
- Understanding 'good' requires grasping the nature and purpose of a thing.
- Human good depends on recognizing human nature and its inherent purpose.
Treatment vs Enhancement Defined
- Treatment targets defects to restore natural function.
- Enhancement aims to improve beyond natural human capacities without a defect.
