The Genetic Lottery: Why DNA Matters for Social Equality

By Kathryn Paige Harden

Categories: Politics & Social Sciences, Science & Math

Psychologist Kathryn Paige Harden argues that genes matter for life outcomes such as education and income, and that this truth belongs to the political left as well as the right. She explains modern behavior genetics, including twin studies and polygenic scores, and their limits. Harden contends that the genes we inherit are a matter of luck, like being born rich or poor, and that recognizing this should strengthen the case for policies that help everyone flourish.

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