In a “Room for debate” feature in yesterday’s New York Times, seven scholars and public figures weigh in on the question, “Should creationism be controversial?” It’s dispiriting because it’s a complete waste of space. No points are made that haven’t been made before, and the debate is largely about how we can deal with the … Continue reading The New York Times hosts a superfluous debate on evolution vs. creationism, including more dumb accusations that science is based on faith