Genetic engineering involves modifying the DNA of organisms to prevent or treat diseases. Proponents argue that it could lead to breakthroughs in curing genetic disorders and improving public health. Opponents argue that it raises ethical concerns and potential risks of unintended consequences.
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Response rates from 140 Edmonton Centre voters.
88% Yes |
12% No |
88% Yes |
12% No |
Trend of support over time for each answer from 140 Edmonton Centre voters.
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Trend of how important this issue is for 140 Edmonton Centre voters.
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Unique answers from Edmonton Centre voters whose views went beyond the provided options.
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yes but only to treat and prevent diseases but not to genetically engineer people for any other reason
@9WC23622mos2MO
Yes, as long as the advancements are thoroughly tested and verified to be free of long term negative side effects
@9WBDHC52mos2MO
well any government cannot be trusted at any level about medical research since we all know who finances all this...
@9W8GJCB2mos2MO
To the highest degree, this is an extremely important issue with keeping people alive and preventing possible biological warfare.
@9W46KMM2mos2MO
Yes, make it as long as one’s life can ever last. A democracy to quality humans leads to a greater future of humanity in Canada’s society.
@9VVGC592mos2MO
No, we should not open the pandora's box to modifying DNA which can have harmful social implications in the future
@9VPGGY42mos2MO
We should ask more ethical questions before going full steak ahead. Ask more philosophical and ethical questions
@9VJZTNP2mos2MO
Yes, but only if they companies provide yearly breakdowns of where the funds are going. After 5 years if they don't provide any (proven) improvements, funding stops.
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