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On Teaching of Origins Science, Law Review Article Seeks to Restore Consistency

Religious associations of scientific views on origins should not be constitutionally fatal, but rather should be considered an "incidental effect." Read More ›
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William A. Wilson on the "Cult of Science"

Some of the best science may involve the unearthing of dormant truths. Wilson applies a helpful formulation to this -- "scientific regress." Read More ›

Evolution in Kindergarten

Experimenting with children's natural mental inclinations to bring about a predetermined conclusion -- sounds like brainwashing, doesn't it? Read More ›
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“Question the Answer” — in Every Field but Evolution

Walking on the University of Washington campus here in Seattle last week, I saw a banner with a striking message. Read More ›
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Identifying “Academia’s Bermuda Triangle”

You won't find pampered students at Yale or Brown screaming at administrators for failing to create a safe space for their confidence in evolutionary theory. Read More ›
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PLOS ONE “Creator” Scandal Enters Witch-hunt Territory

The Chinese editor of the paper by Chinese researchers is smeared for being an Evangelical Christian. Read More ›
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Censorship in Real Time — PLOS ONE Retracts “Proper Design by the Creator” Paper

That was fast. The sound of one hand clapping? Now, it's no hands. Read More ›
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From Patrick Anderson at the Argus Leader, More Misinformation on Academic Freedom in South Dakota

We've met reporter Patrick Anderson before. Read More ›
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Oklahoma’s Academic Freedom Legislation Authorizes Teaching Scientific Criticisms, Not Creationism

In a predictable ritual, media and the Darwin lobby mislead the public with warnings of religion in the classroom. Read More ›
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National Center for Science Education Misrepresents Oklahoma Academic Freedom Bill

Why make an argument when a good ad hominem will do? Read More ›

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