Evolution supporters argue: Courts have affirmed evolution's place in education. Creationism is just a belief, not based on empirical data, and not testable. Creationism undermines critical thinking and scientific education. Evolution is a universally recognized foundational theory in biology and the only valid science. Inclusion of creationism as science will be a violation of the U.S. Constitution. Keep church and state separate.

Another viewpoint: Creationism has roots in religious texts which are divinely inspired. There has to be a supernatural/supreme designer behind this complex life issue.

Other thoughts: Many parents support teaching both standpoints. Teach creationism as part of cultural, historical, philosophical and religious studies and not as science. Teaching creationism p

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