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Should the government fund research into genetic engineering for disease prevention and treatment?

Genetic engineering involves modifying the DNA of organisms to prevent or treat diseases. Proponents argue that it could lead to breakthroughs in curing genetic disorders and improving public health. Opponents argue that it raises ethical concerns and potential risks of unintended consequences.

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 @9RJH6B8  from Texas  answered…10mos10MO

Yes, while ensuring ethical research that does not lead to supporting ideals such as selective reproduction or eugenics

  @clbcarman answered…10mos10MO

Yes, but only to treat agreed-upon classified diseases, as going beyond this is a slippery slope to eugenics.

 @9TM97YS from Virginia  answered…8mos8MO

Yes but they need to be very careful and only use research for diseases because this could easily lead to dark places like eugenics.

 @9QT5LY3  from Texas  answered…10mos10MO

Yes, however only after ensuring their is no risks in doing so and also at the consent of the people

 @9WCWFBK from Ohio  answered…7mos7MO

Yes, so long as the general public are not subject to it without their consent or knowledge. Fluoridation and its origin being a good example as to why health being in the hands of the federal government with the absolute final say is a bad idea.

 @9PPZHFZ from South Carolina  answered…11mos11MO

No, as this could be misused for eugenics purposes.

 @9S739LH from Tennessee  answered…9mos9MO

Yes, however the government should also fund programs for lifestyle changes that can help to prevent and treat diseases

 @9ZGX9KJ  from Ohio  answered…6mos6MO

Yes, while ensuring ethical research does not lead to supporting ideals such as selective reproduction or eugenics.

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