Same-Sex Reproduction

[Ifreann]

I'm against this type of reproduction not out of hatred for anybody but because humanity will find some way to create weapons from this. Face it when we start playing God we run the risk of killing ourselves off more so than usual. Who here believes humanity won't find some way to create weapons out of this realistically?

Realistically I'm not seeing any potential to make weapons of this or any other reproductive technology.

Plus this is a simple step away from "test tube babies" which easily can lead to a creation of a society where wealth and statues is based off genetics.

The first "test tube baby" was born in 1978. You're 37 years late.

[Esternial]

I'm against this type of reproduction not out of hatred for anybody but because humanity will find some way to create weapons from this. Face it when we start playing God we run the risk of killing ourselves off more so than usual. Who here believes humanity won't find some way to create weapons out of this realistically?

Realistically I'm not seeing any potential to make weapons of this or any other reproductive technology.

Plus this is a simple step away from "test tube babies" which easily can lead to a creation of a society where wealth and statues is based off genetics.

The first "test tube baby" was born in 1978. You're 37 years late.

I've played God several times in the lab, consequently damning my soul to hell for eternity.

In my own opinion I do an acceptable portrayal of what is a truly enigmatic figure.

[Ifreann]

Realistically I'm not seeing any potential to make weapons of this or any other reproductive technology.

The first "test tube baby" was born in 1978. You're 37 years late.

I've played God several times in the lab, consequently damning my soul to hell for eternity.

In my own opinion I do an acceptable portrayal of what is a truly enigmatic figure.

I've yet to notice any decrease in my quality of life in the absence of a soul. There is the issue of catching fire when I step on consecrated ground, but I only go to mass at Christmas with my family, so that's not a big deal.

[Esternial]

I've played God several times in the lab, consequently damning my soul to hell for eternity.

In my own opinion I do an acceptable portrayal of what is a truly enigmatic figure.

I've yet to notice any decrease in my quality of life in the absence of a soul. There is the issue of catching fire when I step on consecrated ground, but I only go to mass at Christmas with my family, so that's not a big deal.

They should really add more fire extinguishers to local churches.

[Corcation]

My husband and I have read this. I find it interesting. He and I have talked about surrogates but this type of science we are talking now is far off.

[Ifreann]

I've yet to notice any decrease in my quality of life in the absence of a soul. There is the issue of catching fire when I step on consecrated ground, but I only go to mass at Christmas with my family, so that's not a big deal.

They should really add more fire extinguishers to local churches.

Nah, churches are too cold. Bit of fire helps.

[Serrenissima]

I've played God several times in the lab, consequently damning my soul to hell for eternity.

In my own opinion I do an acceptable portrayal of what is a truly enigmatic figure.

I've yet to notice any decrease in my quality of life in the absence of a soul. There is the issue of catching fire when I step on consecrated ground, but I only go to mass at Christmas with my family, so that's not a big deal.

As a ginger, I apparently don't have a soul of my own. Although I do earn a freckle for every soul I steal.

[In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam]

is it only for women?

[Zaereas]

I'm against this type of reproduction not out of hatred for anybody but because humanity will find some way to create weapons from this. Face it when we start playing God we run the risk of killing ourselves off more so than usual. Who here believes humanity won't find some way to create weapons out of this realistically? Plus this is a simple step away from "test tube babies" which easily can lead to a creation of a society where wealth and statues is based off genetics. Than again I am kind of paranoid and distrustful of most of humanity. Again the reason I'm against this is not because I hate people who are homosexual, it's because I don't trust humanity.

This sounds like a good idea. Infinite, vat born soldiers who are trained to fight so naturally created humans can live their life in peace whilst wars rage on outside the confines of their nation? Sounds great, actually.

[Godular]

I've yet to notice any decrease in my quality of life in the absence of a soul. There is the issue of catching fire when I step on consecrated ground, but I only go to mass at Christmas with my family, so that's not a big deal.

As a ginger, I apparently don't have a soul of my own. Although I do earn a freckle for every soul I steal.

So THAT'S how it works.

Actually explains the increasing number of professed atheists in my physics classes, come to think of it. Also why I'm gaining freckles even though I rarely go outside. Hmm.

I wonder if I steal somebody's soul whenever I tell a pun.

[Olthar]

I'm against this type of reproduction not out of hatred for anybody but because humanity will find some way to create weapons from this. Face it when we start playing God we run the risk of killing ourselves off more so than usual. Who here believes humanity won't find some way to create weapons out of this realistically? Plus this is a simple step away from "test tube babies" which easily can lead to a creation of a society where wealth and statues is based off genetics. Than again I am kind of paranoid and distrustful of most of humanity. Again the reason I'm against this is not because I hate people who are homosexual, it's because I don't trust humanity.

How would you weaponize babies? Drop them on your enemies and hope the new responsibilities of parenthood cause them to give up the fight?

[Sun Wukong]

How would you weaponize babies?

...

Challenge accepted.

"Prepare the railgun!"

[Othelos]

is it only for women?

No. Men who have trouble with fertility could have this procedure done and have a baby with a woman. Issues like having low sperm count or motility, for example, or if they don't have testicles.

[Githoniel]

But no, you're right. No one actually calls for an all-female world. It's nice food for thought, though.

https://witchwind.wordpress.com/2014/10 ... look-like/
https://witchwind.wordpress.com/2013/12 ... s-rape-ok/

dunno 'bout that. I have read some stuff in the dark pink corners of the radfem world. Mostly for nightmare fuel.

[Jute]

But no, you're right. No one actually calls for an all-female world. It's nice food for thought, though.

https://witchwind.wordpress.com/2014/10 ... look-like/
https://witchwind.wordpress.com/2013/12 ... s-rape-ok/

dunno 'bout that. I have read some stuff in the dark pink corners of the radfem world. Mostly for nightmare fuel.

Obviously most feminists would not agree with that. Better for men and women not to live in such a world, I think.

I'm against this type of reproduction not out of hatred for anybody but because humanity will find some way to create weapons from this. Face it when we start playing God we run the risk of killing ourselves off more so than usual. Who here believes humanity won't find some way to create weapons out of this realistically? Plus this is a simple step away from "test tube babies" which easily can lead to a creation of a society where wealth and statues is based off genetics. Than again I am kind of paranoid and distrustful of most of humanity. Again the reason I'm against this is not because I hate people who are homosexual, it's because I don't trust humanity.

How would you weaponize babies? Drop them on your enemies and hope the new responsibilities of parenthood cause them to give up the fight?

Not the babies, the technology. Or maybe to create soldiers with super-genes?

[Githoniel]

Obviously most feminists would not agree with that. Better for men and women not to live in such a world, I think.

As a woman, I heartily agree with this sentiment. (Then again, according to her, that's just my, ahem, Stockholm syndrome talking....)

[Esternial]

I'm against this type of reproduction not out of hatred for anybody but because humanity will find some way to create weapons from this. Face it when we start playing God we run the risk of killing ourselves off more so than usual. Who here believes humanity won't find some way to create weapons out of this realistically? Plus this is a simple step away from "test tube babies" which easily can lead to a creation of a society where wealth and statues is based off genetics. Than again I am kind of paranoid and distrustful of most of humanity. Again the reason I'm against this is not because I hate people who are homosexual, it's because I don't trust humanity.

This sounds like a good idea. Infinite, vat born soldiers who are trained to fight so naturally created humans can live their life in peace whilst wars rage on outside the confines of their nation? Sounds great, actually.

This is why we have a course on scientific ethics.

[Zaereas]

This sounds like a good idea. Infinite, vat born soldiers who are trained to fight so naturally created humans can live their life in peace whilst wars rage on outside the confines of their nation? Sounds great, actually.

This is why we have a course on scientific ethics.

You can keep your ethics, I've got warrior babies.

[Serrenissima]

If fear of weaponization ruled what we could research, we'd have to go back to pre-tool use tree-dwelling small primates. (or maybe further.)

From the moment we first picked up a rock or a tree branch, humans (and our ancestors) have been turning tech into weapons. This isn't a problem, though. It's a catalyst for greater technology. From an evolutionary perspective, wars have typically been good things...they cull large segments over our population, force rapid change and advancement, and have a mild "survival of the fittest" approach.

Sucks for us as individuals, though.

[European Socialist Republic]

I'm against this type of reproduction not out of hatred for anybody but because humanity will find some way to create weapons from this. Face it when we start playing God we run the risk of killing ourselves off more so than usual. Who here believes humanity won't find some way to create weapons out of this realistically? Plus this is a simple step away from "test tube babies" which easily can lead to a creation of a society where wealth and statues is based off genetics. Than again I am kind of paranoid and distrustful of most of humanity. Again the reason I'm against this is not because I hate people who are homosexual, it's because I don't trust humanity.

This sounds like a good idea. Infinite, vat born soldiers who are trained to fight so naturally created humans can live their life in peace whilst wars rage on outside the confines of their nation? Sounds great, actually.

Sounds like the Clone Wars.

[Esternial]

This is why we have a course on scientific ethics.

You can keep your ethics, I've got warrior babies.

Good luck making them.

[Serrenissima]

You can keep your ethics, I've got warrior babies.

Good luck making them.

When you put it like that, it sounds like it could be an awesome vocation.

"What do you do for a living?"

"I make babies."

[Zaereas]

Good luck making them.

When you put it like that, it sounds like it could be an awesome vocation.

"What do you do for a living?"

"I make babies."

That could have other implications.

[Serrenissima]

When you put it like that, it sounds like it could be an awesome vocation.

"What do you do for a living?"

"I make babies."

That could have other implications.

I know, right?

[In Gentem Et De Libris Scientiam]

is it only for women?

No. Men who have trouble with fertility could have this procedure done and have a baby with a woman. Issues like having low sperm count or motility, for example, or if they don't have testicles.

couldn't you use it for 2 gay men?