humankind

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The Cylons are fundamentalist, monotheistic zealots who wipe out nearly all of humankind, making them apt representations of all kinds of real-world threats.

From Salon • May 5, 2026

Sometimes Ms. Strout is moved to break into the narrative with her own heartfelt proclamations on humankind.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

"I like to think about it as walking through a doorway into how humankind explores the solar system going forward."

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

"If we really come together, we can produce so much that's beneficial to humankind," says Sharman.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

But the crucial point is that he did not seek a special place for humankind, distinct from that of other animals.

From "The Scientists" by John Gribbin