As usual, this week's question comes from Gregory Stock's The Book of Questions: Would you use a safe medical procedure to genetically alter the developing embryo if it would keep your child from being born physically or mentally disabled? If you've been following along with the past two weeks of genetic engineering discussions, you might … Continue reading Question of the Week #463
Follow Up
Question of the Week #462
As usual, this week's question comes from Gregory Stock's The Book of Questions: What problems might arise from having a child much brighter and more attractive than yourself? If you caught last week's question about genetic engineering and designer babies (click here if you missed it), you might remember my rather old-fashioned stance: I'd rather … Continue reading Question of the Week #462
Question of the Week #446
Last week's exploration of kidney donation sparked fascinating discussions about sacrifice, risk, and moral obligation. The responses ranged from unwavering commitment to thoughtful hesitation, each revealing different aspects of how we navigate the tension between self-preservation and altruism. This week, Gregory Stock's The Book of Questions presents us with two compelling variations that probe even … Continue reading Question of the Week #446
The Confusing Middle 