[_0ffh]

We need a healthy plurality of world views and the freedom to live them. That is the correct point of view, both from a moral and a consequentialist perspective. If we have a global monoculture then any flaw in that might doom the whole of humanity, instead of just a part of it.

[powerslacker]

Why is it morally superior to protect human life?

[_0ffh]

If we don't make it off this planet, it's more than likely that nothing else will.

"Why is it morally superior to protect life?"

Because I like it. Because it's life's prime directive to perpetuate life and I am a lifeform. Mumblemumblegod. Pick whatever you like. :)

[powerslacker]

You either have a coherent answer or you don't. Objective morality either exists or it doesn't.