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Creationism vs. evolution: the meaning to our schools and society
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I wrote an article (originally published as a guest editorial in Analog Magazine in 1982, recently reprinted here) called "Creationism vs. the Lightbulb" in which I expound on how, if creationism is a science, it must explain how lightbulbs work, since its premises are incompatible with scientific theory.
NCSE policy director Steve Newton explores the evolution of American creationism and how anti-evolution activities have changed from the Scopes era to the present. Newton explains creationism's many faces, from dinosaurs-lived-with-humans young earthers to "intelligent design" advocates to legislators promoting "academic freedom" legislation. Newton's talk will examine why teaching evolution--and science in general--is so important, and suggest ways for the pro-science community to counter creationist assaults on science education.
Where: Oakmont Sunday Symposium, Santa Rosa, CA
When: 2/15/2012