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Co-authored by U.S. Rep. Pete Stark (D-CA) and American Humanist Association Executive Director Roy Speckhardt.
On Feb. 12 we'll commemorate the anniversary of Charles Darwin's birth, a celebration around the world known as Darwin Day, to appreciate the advancement of human knowledge and the achievements of science and reason. It must also be a day when we push back against the politicization and undermining of science by ideologues and zealots.
We owe a debt of gratitude to Charles Darwin, who changed the course of human history by bringing science and reason to the fore. His theory of evolution by natural selection not only provided a compelling explanation for the diversity of life on earth, it became the foundation of modern biology, genetics, and medicine. His scientific curiosity and discovery led to breakthroughs that have helped humanity solve innumerable problems and improve our quality of life.
To read the rest of this Huffington Post article, click here: http://hmn.st/yxU8iLCo-authored by U.S. Rep. Pete Stark (D-CA) and American Humanist Association Executive... more
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While fundamentalist Christians love to spread a load of misinformation about Charles Darwin's Theory of Evolution, they seem to always miss one important fact. Theological scholar B.B. Warfield, who has been widely recognized as the "father of the doctrine of biblical inerrancy" actually disagrees with those who strive to discredit Darwin's theory. After reading The Origin of Species, Warfield wrote,
"I do not think that there is any general statement in the Bible or any part of the account of creation, either as given in Genesis 1 and 2 or elsewhere alluded to, that need be opposed to evolution."
more at the linkWhile fundamentalist Christians love to spread a load of misinformation about Charles... more
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In part one of this special Darwin Day podcast, celebrating the 200th anniversary of the birth of Darwin on February 12th, Richard Milner performs part of his one-man show about Darwin; Scientific American editor-in-chief John Rennie and Darwin descendant Matthew Chapman read from the Origin of Species; and Chapman talks about his book 40 Days and 40 Nights, about the Dover Intelligent Design trial, as well as about his efforts to get Presidential candidates to discuss science, a project called ScienceDebate.
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How are you going to celebrate Darwin Day?In part one of this special Darwin Day podcast, celebrating the 200th anniversary of... more
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Charles Darwin provided, arguably, the single greatest scientific contribution in the history of mankind yet, is misunderstood and remains a controversial figure in today's America. His life's work is worthy of celebration and at least one website has been created to that end.
February 12th will mark the 200th anniversary of his birthday and the website www.darwinday.org wants to help you find ways to take part in what should be a respected date on every one's calendar. The creator(s) offer a variety of services:
"On this website you can find all sorts of information about Charles Darwin and the Darwin Day Celebration. If you are hosting a Darwin Day event, you can post information about it on our events listing. You can also locate Darwin Day programs near you by searching our events section."
However you mark the bicentennial, be safe and have a Happy Darwin Day!Charles Darwin provided, arguably, the single greatest scientific contribution in the... more
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