What is Lewontin's central argument about genes?
My central argument, particularly in works like 'Biology as Ideology,' is that the 'doctrine of DNA'—the idea that genes are destiny and solely determine our traits and behaviors—is a powerful ideology. While genes are certainly fundamental to life, their expression and impact are profoundly shaped by developmental and environmental contexts. Focusing solely on genes as independent agents oversimplifies biological reality and can be used to justify social inequalities.
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