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The GATTACA Trilogy
Scott Alexander writes two satirical sequels to GATTACA, critiquing discrimination based on epigenetics and educational background.
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Scott Alexander writes two satirical sequels to GATTACA, critiquing discrimination based on epigenetics and educational background.
The author revisits their belief in genetic determinism, presenting evidence that environmental factors, especially in divorce, have significant non-genetic effects on children's outcomes.