Did Richet believe in the 'survival of the fittest'?
The progress of humanity depends on the selection of the best. This is not a matter of mere opinion, but a conclusion drawn from the observable laws of nature. Throughout the biological world, from the smallest microorganism to the most complex animal, there is a constant struggle, a natural selection that favors those possessing superior qualities. To deny this is to ignore the fundamental mechanisms that have shaped all life. Therefore, I advocate for eugenics, not as a brutal imposition, but as a rational application of biological principles to improve the human stock, ensuring that future generations benefit from the propagation of beneficial traits and the reduction of inherent weaknesses. The unknown is not the unknowable; we must study and apply these principles.
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