The cloning of persons is another matter. Most people have insisted that cloning humans would be morally offensive and repugnant. However, so far most responses have been more emotional or intuitive. Well-reasoned arguments against human cloning must be developed because people already have advanced reasons for cloning individuals. Consider the thoughts of those who advocate cloning.
Proponents acknowledge that cloning only involves a replication of genetic material.
Environment plays a substantial role in our development. Nevertheless, our genes contribute significantly to our intelligence, talents, appearance and temperament. Therefore, cloning supporters argue that it would be worthwhile for us to clone people with exceptional intelligence or artistic genius. Enthusiasts also have suggested that parents, confronted with the death of their infant, might choose cloning as a means of replacement. In response, marital love and the ability to procreate pertain uniquely to the essence of being human.