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by ptero 757 days ago
Unless there is a specific, believable, near term risk people will just ignore it.

Most would submit genetic material to 23andme and similar organizations with no restriction on its use. Yes, if could theoretically backfire not just on them, but also on their kids. But unless they see it as a near-term likelihood they will not care enough. My 2c.

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Well, that implies arrogance on their part. And there’s some blame from us too for not warning them enough I guess.