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Pope Francis, Evolution, and the Curia

The Pontifical Academy of Sciences is “just another office down the street,” as one Vatican insider told me. Read More ›
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“What Is a Scientist?” A Fine Review for Forrest Mims

"A critique of scientific elitism, and a guidebook for anyone who wants to pursue real science — regardless of credentials." Read More ›
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Weaponizing Winsomeness: Eric Metaxas and John West on Stockholm Syndrome Christianity

Leaders such as Francis Collins, under the cover of his own performative winsomeness, have prioritized being liked and respected by secular elites. Read More ›
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The Slippery Slope of Theistic Darwinism: The Sad Cases of Howard Van Till and Karl Giberson

After retiring from Calvin, Howard Van Till evolved well beyond Christianity. Indeed, he eventually evolved beyond theism. Read More ›
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New Book: Stockholm Syndrome Christianity

If you want to understand why many Christian colleges are now producing graduates with views indistinguishable from secular materialists, read my book. Read More ›
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“Plant Philosophy” Sounds Like a Joke — It Isn’t

The purpose is to destroy the philosophical basis of Western civilization. Think I’m overreacting? Read More ›
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C. S. Lewis on the Unique Gullibility of the Elites, and More: John West in Conversation with Eric Metaxas

A theme in the interview is the dubious role of elites, who stand out for their readiness to surrender their critical faculties when Science Says to do so. Read More ›
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Harvard Prof Will Explain Science to Baffled Small City America

Professor Oreskes writes articles with titles like “The Reason Some Republicans Mistrust Science: Their Leaders Tell Them To.” Read More ›
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Humans Have Limits. Transhumanists Want to Overcome Them

Transhumanism, arguably an offshoot of neo-Darwinism, is set on envisioning the next grand step of human evolution. Read More ›
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Does Disbelief in Human Evolution Foment Racism?

This study does not provide an adequate explanation as to why belief in evolution would cause one to be less racist. Indeed, the logic seems backwards. Read More ›

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