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 21.9k Canada voters.
88% Yes |
12% No |
88% Yes |
12% No |
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Unique answers from Canada voters whose views went beyond the provided options.
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It depends on the circumstances and their should people ensuring everyone is making good decisions and not starting new problems
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Yes But But Only If The Results From The Genetic Engineering Research Are For Everyone To Equally Access Regardless Of Income Level
@9ZRT2HK4wks4W
yes but only to treat and prevent diseases but not to genetically engineer people for any other reason
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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...
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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.
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No, we should not open the pandora's box to modifying DNA which can have harmful social implications in the future
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