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In reply to the discussion: 'Science Guy' Bill Nye Defends Evolution vs. Creationism [View all]Demenace
(213 posts)57. Why is this still open for a debate?
Why are we still talking about facts with people who peddle fiction? That right there is the problem along with the fact that we say we understand the facts of science yet we are the most superstitious people who still enable the growth of Churches by attending the same dutifully every Sunday!
Until, we settle the questions of facts against fiction within ourselves, we will continue to fall prey to false equivalencies like these debates!
A stark example for the wondering mind: The Vatican fights against Homosexuality but is a gathering of men who we now have the facts on that they (the men of the Vatican as Priests) have abused guess who, male children. A documented fact. Yet we debate and listen to the same Vatican's calls against the very thing that is at the core of their own - not mine - moral failings. Why? Because we have not reconciled in our own minds and accepted that child abusers and men who are unmarried cannot tell me anything about morality and marriage.
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Correct. I cringe every time I hear the words, "I believe," coming out of pols' mouths.
valerief
Feb 2014
#44
We need someone to take up Carl Sagan's torch to enlighten people of how valuable life is.
freshwest
Feb 2014
#8
So, I guess Jesus couldn't make it to the taping. Had to send a canned ham, instead.
blkmusclmachine
Feb 2014
#25
What? Science rips religion a newer asshole? In other news, water is wet. I love Bill Nye!
Nanjing to Seoul
Feb 2014
#26
Better a debate like this, rather than a similar "debate" in your kid's science class.
JoePhilly
Feb 2014
#49