Origins of Eugenics and Transhumanism

Eugenics is traced back to Darwin's cousin, Francis Galton, and gained prominence in the United States before the rise of Nazi Germany, with its aim centered on eliminating the 'unfit.' This ideology parallels transhumanism, which promotes the enhancement of human beings through technology, aiming to transcend human limitations such as disease, weakness, and imperfection. Advocates argue that technological advancements can facilitate a utopian society, akin to historical eugenic goals of fostering a 'master race.' However, critics highlight that transhumanism maintains the core ethos of eugenics: a fundamental dislike for those deemed imperfect or unfit, perpetuating harmful ideologies under a new guise.