Cloning

CLONING Cloning is an issue that only recently has come to light. The technology, still in its infancy, has roused strong views in opposition. Supporters feel that, with the careful continuation of research, the technological benefits of cloning clearly outweigh the possible social consequences. As with any advance in science and technology, society will question the moral and technical aspects of all undertakings. Many will scrutinize the necessity of such breakthroughs. Being citizens of a …

…the thought of cloning animal organs for human transplantation be so venomously opposed? The latter would bring just as much happiness to a person given the chance to live longer, as to the couple given the chance to reproduce when there are no other means. The sacrifices that have been made in the name of progress cannot be brought to a halt by the fear that enhancing human life to near perfection will destroy it.