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“When, less than a half-century ago, James D. Watson and Francis Crick first revealed to the world the structure of DNA, no one imagined how rapidly genetic technology would develop.” (Kass 1). The prompt speed of genetic development has opened up new opportunities and possibilities for both the children and parents. Soon, there will be stores called Moron-be-Gone or Babies-R-Us. In the future, parents will be looking through these stores and genetically engineering the lives. Parents using genetic technology demonstrate immoral values and decrease the respect for life. Possibilities of creating superiority over one another will create an unfair advantage for society. Producing life out of genetic material is morally wrong and alters the natural process of life. No one is able to tell from this moment if the future of genetic engineered life will be safe. Genes create a human being; these genes determine the child’s appearance and behavior. Generations of smart, good-looking children may result from these processes of alteration, however, not all the children will be the same. Some of the genetically engineered lives may be superior to others. Wealthier families can afford the best for their child. They will b