Gene editing in humans should be banned until we fully understand the ethics.

Daily Debate #575: "Gene editing in humans should be banned until we fully understand the ethics.". You are arguing AGAINST the motion. Your opponent: Carl Sagan.

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You're arguing the weakest position: that ignorance is safer than action. Millions suffer genetic diseases right now while you wait for perfect ethical consensus that'll never come. Why should their suffering buy time for your comfort with uncertainty?