Education board opposes intelligent design in curricula: Even creationists say theory doesn't belong in class with evolution.

From: The Dallas Morning News (Dallas, TX) | Date: August 24, 2007 | Copyright information

Byline: Terrence Stutz

Aug. 24--AUSTIN -- Should "intelligent design" -- the cousin of creationism -- be taught in science classes in Texas alongside evolution?

A solid majority of the State Board of Education, which will rewrite the science curriculum for public schools next year, is against the idea, even though several members say they are creationists and have serious doubts about Charles Darwin's theory that humans evolved from lower life forms.

Interviews with 11 of the 15 members of the board -- including seven Republicans and four Democrats -- found little ...

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