Peer Evaluated Proposal Paper
Darwin argued that “Can it be thought improbable, seeing that variations useful to man have undoubtedly occurred, that variations useful in some way to each being in the great and complex battle of life, should occur in the course of many successive generations?” Justifying the concept that is probable as to how species survive with things such as mutations. If a varying characteristic in a species benefits the individual, is it truly unlikely for that trait to be passed onto its offspring to benefit it as well. A changing environment affects the characteristics that will benefit a species. Between the different chemical make up of everyone, the ones that give an advantage to the organism is likely to be passed …show more content…
In my opinion, Darwin would have thought of this concept to be illogical. Natural selection theory seemed to apply that those with beneficial genetics would survive, and those without would eventually die out. However, even though the periods of slavery, terrorist groups such as the KKK, and mass genocides that black people in America have faced their survival is still just as strong as past generations. Bannon however, taking a variation of this theory to support the white supremacy characteristics he has been labelled with. His argument falling very flat with little true biological science being able to defend his statements. Allowing the old racist mindset that has been taught to many white people for generations, Bannon, along with Trump, believe that their genetics allow them to have a set advantage over others. His mindset becoming apparent when he distinguishes who he believes should be able to vote, not directly excluding black people, but implying it even when directly asked. Whether he believes that white people are genetically superior cannot be directly stated, he does believe that genetic importance plays a role into who can make decisions for the …show more content…
Just as Kuhn explains why many theories that are scientifically proven wrong can live on for generations is the same reason how concepts on human beings in society live on. The reason why things such as racism live on is because of evolution of thought. Although as generations go on isms begin to decrease, they will never truly die out as generations teach generations to come. This idea being compared to Kuhn’s theory of normal science explains how not many progressions are made, but proofs are. Just as Steve Bannon’s statements over genetic superiority are not truly supported by any scientific facts, him and many others just continue to further explain a false narrative from what they have been told. The concept that there are those in society who are genetically inferior who are not worthy of having an opinion in a democratic society. Kuhn’s theory explains how the innate relationship between science and society plays a role in existing philosophies. Just as Bannon believes there is a difference between black people and himself based on societies expectations of them from hundreds of years of false accounts. Further explaining that many scientists of current time believe that they are working towards an unbiased way but are working with a set expectation that has also been shaped by historical events.
To conclude, Darwin’s Origin of Species and Kuhn’s The Structure of Scientific Revolutions help to explain how
Darwin argued that “Can it be thought improbable, seeing that variations useful to man have undoubtedly occurred, that variations useful in some way to each being in the great and complex battle of life, should occur in the course of many successive generations?” Justifying the concept that is probable as to how species survive with things such as mutations. If a varying characteristic in a species benefits the individual, is it truly unlikely for that trait to be passed onto its offspring to benefit it as well. A changing environment affects the characteristics that will benefit a species. Between the different chemical make up of everyone, the ones that give an advantage to the organism is likely to be passed …show more content…
In my opinion, Darwin would have thought of this concept to be illogical. Natural selection theory seemed to apply that those with beneficial genetics would survive, and those without would eventually die out. However, even though the periods of slavery, terrorist groups such as the KKK, and mass genocides that black people in America have faced their survival is still just as strong as past generations. Bannon however, taking a variation of this theory to support the white supremacy characteristics he has been labelled with. His argument falling very flat with little true biological science being able to defend his statements. Allowing the old racist mindset that has been taught to many white people for generations, Bannon, along with Trump, believe that their genetics allow them to have a set advantage over others. His mindset becoming apparent when he distinguishes who he believes should be able to vote, not directly excluding black people, but implying it even when directly asked. Whether he believes that white people are genetically superior cannot be directly stated, he does believe that genetic importance plays a role into who can make decisions for the …show more content…
Just as Kuhn explains why many theories that are scientifically proven wrong can live on for generations is the same reason how concepts on human beings in society live on. The reason why things such as racism live on is because of evolution of thought. Although as generations go on isms begin to decrease, they will never truly die out as generations teach generations to come. This idea being compared to Kuhn’s theory of normal science explains how not many progressions are made, but proofs are. Just as Steve Bannon’s statements over genetic superiority are not truly supported by any scientific facts, him and many others just continue to further explain a false narrative from what they have been told. The concept that there are those in society who are genetically inferior who are not worthy of having an opinion in a democratic society. Kuhn’s theory explains how the innate relationship between science and society plays a role in existing philosophies. Just as Bannon believes there is a difference between black people and himself based on societies expectations of them from hundreds of years of false accounts. Further explaining that many scientists of current time believe that they are working towards an unbiased way but are working with a set expectation that has also been shaped by historical events.
To conclude, Darwin’s Origin of Species and Kuhn’s The Structure of Scientific Revolutions help to explain how