Hugh,
You pose some interesting thoughts. I understand what you are saying. I am
associated with Oklahoma State University, which has a long running
relationship with several African nations. OSU works directly with local
leaders and farmers to improve agricultural production. But there is
something more basic, more inherent to reproduction that may not be
consciously acknowledged. I refer to Kuhn's The Selfish Gene. A species
"worth" is measured in its ability to reproduce and pass on its genes. That
may or may not correspond to the "worth" felt by the human species in its
ability and perceived "right" to reproduce at will. We are not so different
from our fellow animals.
Suzanne
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