#823 - Dr Jonathan Anomaly - Is It Ethical To Hand-Pick Your Child’s Genes?
Modern Wisdom
The Greek Boat Metaphor Applied to Conservatism and Eugenics
The Greek boat metaphor illustrates the need for ongoing maintenance to preserve a state of being, reflecting the challenges conservatives face in resisting change due to the natural processes of entropy. Conservatives, like G.K. Chesterton, often mistakenly believe that one can simply freeze the present state without addressing the inevitability of deterioration, which affects everything, including our genomes. This perspective leads to the consideration of eugenics, where Chesterton might paradoxically support voluntary eugenics or genetic enhancement. To maintain desirable traits in humanity, one could either work towards reducing genetic burdens or revert to harsher natural selection practices reminiscent of pre-modern times. This highlights a critical discussion on how to proactively manage genetic health in an evolving society versus passively preserving the status quo.
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