[MD] The Stupidity of Dignity

[Platt Holden]

Hi All,

Steven Pinker has written a fascinating article entitled "The Stupidity of 
Dignity" that challenges moral arguments preventing life-enhancing medical 
experiments in altering minds and bodies. Coming under the heading of 
"bioethics" the article should prove of interest to Pirsigians. It is at:

http://www.tnr.com/story_print.html?id=d8731cf4-e87b-4d88-b7e7-f5059cd0bfbd

I think Ham will find it especially relevant as Pinker emphasizes the 
principle of individual autonomy, but everyone will find the moral issues 
relevant to the MOQ. 

Is human dignity morally significant? I think you'll find Pinker's answer 
of value.  But I wonder. Does the MOQ come to a similar conclusion?

Regards,
Platt