Crossing the Line

Where or when is “the line” crossed?

It is hard to determine when we are crossing the line because the line is constantly being redrawn. Instead, we have a set of morals that shift dependent upon the whims of society, and as time goes by these morals change. Years ago, the line was very different from the lines we have drawn for ourselves today. The thought of scientifically creating a life belonged to the realm of science fiction, while today we are unsurprised to see cloning performed – essentially creating that life. Much of the new technology we have at our disposal would have been unheard of: medicines and medical equipment, visiting the heavens in rocket ships… Because these things were unheard of, just the thought of being able to do them had to be “crossing the line.” If this trend continues, and our morals and technology shift the way they have been doing, then it is entirely likely that by the time we have reached a point where what we could consider “crossing the line” today, it will most likely be acceptable then.  However, with that being said, I do believe that there are certain things that will never be considered acceptable. For example; the complete genocide of the human race, enforced sterilization biological weapons/warfare et al. It is my belief that science should be used to help humanity, not to harm it. Causing deliberate harm unto others would be something I consider “crossing the line.”