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Evolution is the only viable theory of creation plausible in a Science classroom. While both Evolution and Intelligent design are theories, Evolution is a theory composed of various proven components, whereas intelligent design is "proven" only within the confines of the bible. While it is entirely reasonable for one who believes in the bible religiously to pass it as a viable scientific text, and therefore teach intelligent design in school, It then leaves the realm of science. Instead of proposing the idea of teaching creationism in a science classroom where it is absurdly out of place, a more fitting approach would be to introduce a "introductory comparative theology" class, which would take into account many more "theories" of creation, and thus be far less biased. However this approach would fail to indoctrinate our children and would fail to propagate the Christian faith, and therefore is not advocated by our Christian government. No one believes Creationism to be a valid scientific viewpoint, it's just the latest in a series of Christian attacks on the freedom of relilgion our nation was founded on. This is simply an unsurprising case of unconstitutional attempted indoctrination of our nations most vulnerable minds, and you are fully right to be outraged. Sorry for my tirade, but I feel very strongly on this issue and all issues concerning separation of church and state. Feel free to PM me if you feel the need to agree, disaggree, or for any reason debate this issue further than this thread would be a suitable medium for.
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