Only a theory? Framing the evolution/creation issue: evolution opponents are framing the issues to our disadvantage; they focus on the phrase "theory of evolution, " when theory is today understood by the public as a tentative concept unsupported by evidence.(EVOLUTION AND THE ID WARS)

From: Skeptical Inquirer | Date: November 1, 2005| Author: Morrison, David | Copyright information

Public opinion polls tell us that we are losing the battle to explain the nature of evolution and the central role that evolutionary concepts play in modern science. Tens of millions of Americans scoff at evolution and try to protect their children from what they consider to be a pernicious concept.

Given the overwhelming scientific support for evolution, we must be doing something wrong in discussing this issue with the public. There are several ways in which scientists...

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