
#843 - Richard Dawkins - Why Can No One Agree On Evolution, Race & Religion?
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Race is a Spectrum, Not a Dichotomy
Race reflects a complex interplay of numerous polygenic traits leading to a continuum of phenotypes rather than distinct categories. The blending of traits through genetic variation highlights that individuals identified as African-American embody a wide range of characteristics, affirming that racial identity is influenced by many small genetic factors that collectively manifest as a spectrum from white to black, rather than solely through a binary mix.
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