If we could alter a person’s genes to cure autism and Down’s syndrome, for example, should we do it?
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Yes i believe we should for disorders and such but to make a regular person better no we should not if that happens it will most likely snowball from near
This is definitely an ethical issue that comes up respectively time. Where is the line drawn between "helping" and playing "God."
First off, we have to hold back from thinking what is normal. Normalcy is such a subjective term. We may want to conform with what is typical, or strive to not "stand out," but to deem something majority is very subjective.
The second issue then arises is that if we do eliminate these disorders through gene manipulation, after are we playing "God?" Obviously, our intentions are good but then where is the flash drawn?
I honestly don't know the answer, but it makes one think no?
On a knee jerk reaction I would utter definitely. However this is a double edged sword who to say what other things they can and should "cure".
If Hitler have his way we would all be white, blond, and blue eyed.
If it could benefit the person I don't see why not. It's better than having autism or down syndrome.
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