The historical use of eugenics illustrates the profound ethical challenges posed by heritable human genome editing (HPE), raising fears of coercive control and discrimination.
To prevent a 21st-century reincarnation of eugenics through HPE, it is vital to prioritize respect for individual liberties and uphold societal values like equality and diversity.
Modern clinical genetics focuses on voluntary participation and non-directive counseling, contrasting with eugenic practices that impose coercion and prescribe societal norms for a 'better' future.
Future uses of HPE must resist coercive state control, ensuring they respect individual moral worth and societal values instead of reviving the darker aspects of eugenics.
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