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wat10000yesterday at 9:45 PM1 replyview on HN

I'm in favor of improving longevity, but sometimes there is something to be said for other people dying. Imagine a world where Stalin was still alive and would remain so approximately forever.

I don't think this is a reason to avoid research on aging, but immortal dictators could certainly be a downside.


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mrg3_2013yesterday at 9:50 PM

Had a chuckle at the mention of Stalin. Made me think. I would also think, the evils would be the one who would badly want to live forever, if an option was presented.

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