A case for cannibalism in society

[Angrboda]

The homosexuals had a compelling reason in that the expression of human sexuality is a fundamental need. Moreover, homosexuality existed in the wild, so its supposed harmful effects were not based on any evidence. (Our experience with cannibalistic populations is almost zero.) Moreover, nobody 'gave' homosexuals the rights they have as much as they fought for them. And cannibalism is not a basic need. Moreover, we have experience of homosexuality both in other cultures, underground cultures and other species.

I understand the point you are making and it is a good one. However things like the rabbits in Australia, the Asian jumping carp which is poised to destroy the fishing industry in the great lakes, genetic pollution, and other potential disasters have to be weighed against benefit. Note that I didn't put up an absolute bar, but a relative one in which the benefits need to be weighed against the risk. I never stated that we shouldn't "explore" the prospect, but that without compelling interests, movement toward them should be conservative. The example you suggested put up an absolute bar. What if one of Chuck's prion's results in a form of acquired psychopathy. What benefit to cannibals and their suppliers justifies that? Should we introduce the Asian jumping carp into other lake systems, just to see what happens? We wouldn't want to bar exploration. Or perhaps there is a continent lacking in Kudzu we should try? There are environments where alien pythons haven't invaded yet. Let's get some snakes on a plane.