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Sunday, April 18, 2004

Final Thoughts on Our Discussion 

I think that we have successfully covered several underlying topics within biotechnology while looking at both sides of the debates. I noticed that with all the posts, individuals concentrated more on either the ethics behind genetic engineering or on the prospective benefits. I also noticed that everyone acknowledged the importance of both concepts.

Even though I usually focus more attention on the potential of biotechnology, this debate has allowed me to think deeper about the moral side. I still think that genetic engineering should be explored and utilized to its fullest, but we should be careful not to tread on ethical boundaries. I also believe, however, that many individuals have irrational values which only impede the prosperity of humankind. They take their beliefs too far without considering common sense. I hope that this discussion will encourage those kinds of people to think more openly. I also hope that we have cleared up many questions while inspiring many more.