U.S. Prepares to Push Human Genetic Engineering

There is a predictable kabuki dance that "the scientists" perform as they push forward with Brave New World research.

First, as a new controversial technology becomes foreseeable, they wring their hands about the "ethics" of what they intend to do.

Second, the scientists hold a big meeting to create strict guidelines and ethical parameters.

Third, they craft parameters and issue press releases assuring a wary world that (cloned babies, genetic engineering, name your technology) will not be...