Gail Schoettler weighs in on the teaching of Intelligent Design in classrooms, alongside evolution, in her column in today's Denver Post [October 9, 2005, "The science of evolution"]. She writes, "There's a big difference between religious beliefs and scientific facts. One is based on faith; the other is based on rigorous investigation of the world around us. Both have their place in human thought. But one should not be confused with the other. It is fine to have a 'Biblically Correct' tour of Denver's Museum of Nature and Science if you want your children to learn a specific set of religious beliefs. It is not OK to teach someone's description of 'biblically correct' material in public schools. And that is the crux of the debate about teaching the religious belief of creation alongside the scientific facts of evolution in America's public schools."
Bull Moose: "Yes indeed, it is time for a revolt of the middle - a rebellion of the immoderate centrists . Mavericks in and outside of the two parties should step forward, throw caution to the wind, and make their voices heard to represent the unrepresented middle. Where are the statesmen, columnists, bloggers and activists who will connect with their inner Bull Moose?"
Category: 2008 Presidential Election
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