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Why Darwinian Theory Threatens the Declaration of Independence

Dr. John West highlights how modern scientific discoveries in biology, physics, and cosmology are now reinforcing the core claims of the Declaration. Read More ›
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The Denial of Limited Government in the Name of Science

Charles Darwin was honored for showing that the truths preached by the political philosophers had been substantiated by biological science. Read More ›
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Out of the Loop. Abstract illustration. Man stands in a post-apocalyptic wasteland city near a giant concrete circle portal.
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Back from the Wasteland: J. Budziszewski on His Intellectual and Spiritual Journey

"In the reconstruction period, it was as though I had been living in a dark attic, but now the shutters were being thrown back." Read More ›
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A Matter of Insinuation: Chance in Darwin’s Theory 

Think of a rock dislodged by happenstance, tumbling down a mountain, and coming to rest in some particular spot. Read More ›
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New Video: “Proof of God in 3 Minutes” — Really? Here Are the Details

We will demonstrate that the video is accurate, well supported, and there is truly no serious argument against its conclusions. Read More ›
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Life Itself: In Michael Levin’s Platonism, Teleology Advances

This is a huge step by a leading contemporary academic scientist away from pure physicalism. Read More ›
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The Metaphysics of Irreducible Complexity

The vastness of life’s complexity is no longer unfathomable when seen through the light of purpose. Read More ›
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A Closer Look at Natural Law 

The property of a keen sense of smell allows a polar bear to smell a seal miles away under the ice. Read More ›
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Is Natural Law Irreducible?

Perhaps the most fundamental distinction between naturalism and intelligent design is where each metaphysical framework draws the line at irreducibility. Read More ›
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God’s Grandeur: Some Resources to Explore

How many people are willing to give up morality, rationality, free will, truth, beauty, and goodness as valuable concepts based on reality? Read More ›

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