Palin gets it right on evolution! (good for her)

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Couric: Do you believe evolution should be taught as an accepted scientific principle or as one of several theories?

Palin: Oh, I think it should be taught as an accepted principle. And, as you know, I say that also as the daughter of a school teacher, a science teacher, who has really instilled in me a respect for science. It should be taught in our schools. And I won't deny that I see the hand of God in this beautiful creation that is Earth. But that is not part of the state policy or a local curriculum in a school district. Science should be taught in science class.

http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2008/09/30/...e=mostpop_story

[rocks 494]

you already posted this lol, trying to start fights today eh?

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Way to go. So religion should be taught in religion class.

Seems fair.

[almaty 19]

yes, religion is for religion class..

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In another evolution vs. creationism discussion a guy said his science teacher friend had a great way to deal with his fundie students:

Student: Why do you only teach evolution in your biology class?

Teacher: Oh, you want me to teach creationism? Then which religion's creation myth should we use? Personally I prefer the Aztec's.

Student: But that's not what they teach us in Sunday school!

Teacher: Well, if you already know it, why should I teach it? We're going to learn about science in my class; if you want to learn more about religious teachings bring it up in Mr. Smith's sociology class.

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Couric: Do you believe evolution should be taught as an accepted scientific principle or as one of several theories?

Palin: Oh, I think it should be taught as an accepted principle. And, as you know, I say that also as the daughter of a school teacher, a science teacher, who has really instilled in me a respect for science. It should be taught in our schools. And I won't deny that I see the hand of God in this beautiful creation that is Earth. But that is not part of the state policy or a local curriculum in a school district. Science should be taught in science class.

http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2008/09/30/...e=mostpop_story

An accepted principle? I guess the guy staying with her after he porked her a few times and made kids with her would be an accepted principle. Maybe her daughter not aborting that kid is an accepted principle. However, last I checked fossils, and especially the Australopithecus and Dinosaur fossils, didn't come from principle.

Edited October 1, 2008 by SRVT

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An accepted principle? I guess the guy staying with her after he porked her a few times and made kids with her would be an accepted principle. Maybe her daughter not aborting that kid is an accepted principle. However, last I checked fossils, and especially the Australopithecus and Dinosaur fossils, didn't come from principle.

It's annoying when a poster likes to skewer someone else on semantics but gratifying when the same poster makes himself look like a fool. You "porked" up again.

prin·ci·ple (prns-pl)

n.

1. A basic truth, law, or assumption: the principles of democracy.

2.

a. A rule or standard, especially of good behavior: a man of principle.

b. The collectivity of moral or ethical standards or judgments: a decision based on principle rather than expediency.

3. A fixed or predetermined policy or mode of action.

4. A basic or essential quality or element determining intrinsic nature or characteristic behavior: the principle of self-preservation.

5. A rule or law concerning the functioning of natural phenomena or mechanical processes: the principle of jet propulsion.

6. Chemistry One of the elements that compose a substance, especially one that gives some special quality or effect.

7. A basic source. See Usage Note at principal.

http://www.thefreedictionary.com/principle

"A fundamental truth; a comprehensive law or doctrine, from which others are derived, or on which others are founded; a general truth; an elementary proposition; a maxim; an axiom; a postulate."

http://www.brainyquote.com/words/pr/princi...6747.html""

Edited October 1, 2008 by alienlovechild

[rocks 494]

An accepted principle? I guess the guy staying with her after he porked her a few times and made kids with her would be an accepted principle. Maybe her daughter not aborting that kid is an accepted principle. However, last I checked fossils, and especially the Australopithecus and Dinosaur fossils, didn't come from principle.

It's annoying when a poster likes to skewer someone else on semantics but gratifying when the same poster makes himself look like a fool. You "porked" up again.

prin·ci·ple (prns-pl)

n.

1. A basic truth, law, or assumption: the principles of democracy.

2.

a. A rule or standard, especially of good behavior: a man of principle.

b. The collectivity of moral or ethical standards or judgments: a decision based on principle rather than expediency.

3. A fixed or predetermined policy or mode of action.

4. A basic or essential quality or element determining intrinsic nature or characteristic behavior: the principle of self-preservation.

5. A rule or law concerning the functioning of natural phenomena or mechanical processes: the principle of jet propulsion.

6. Chemistry One of the elements that compose a substance, especially one that gives some special quality or effect.

7. A basic source. See Usage Note at principal.

http://www.thefreedictionary.com/principle

"A fundamental truth; a comprehensive law or doctrine, from which others are derived, or on which others are founded; a general truth; an elementary proposition; a maxim; an axiom; a postulate."

http://www.brainyquote.com/words/pr/princi...6747.html""

that's very nice, but what does that have to do with fossils?

[alienlovechild 75]

that's very nice, but what does that have to do with fossils?

As much as it has to with your daughter getting an abortion. In SRVT's worldview, everything has six degrees of separation from Sarah Palin or Kevin Bacon.

[rocks 494]

that's very nice, but what does that have to do with fossils?

As much as it has to with your daughter getting an abortion. In SRVT's worldview, everything has six degrees of separation from Sarah Palin or Kevin Bacon.

those are her principles, however, fossils are not a principle, they are fact. don't try and twist things up because palin is constantly exposed as the idiot she is.

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hmmm... bacon...

[rocks 494]

anyone else looking forward to the vp debate tomorrow?

can't wait for biden to eat palin alive, i have my popcorn ready

[EstebanTrabajos 7]

anyone else looking forward to the vp debate tomorrow?

can't wait for biden to eat palin alive, i have my popcorn ready

Wait a minute...isn't she a terrific debater?? Ehhh Ohhh the Bush Doctrine? ehhh ohhh what do you mean Charlie?

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anyone else looking forward to the vp debate tomorrow?

can't wait for biden to eat palin alive, i have my popcorn ready

I was wondering... what IF it turns out she is a good debater? This whole process has been so full of absurdities and surprises that it would be interesting.

I am not watching the debate though since I am teaching, but will get the summary from AJ, my source for world and national news

[rocks 494]

anyone else looking forward to the vp debate tomorrow?

can't wait for biden to eat palin alive, i have my popcorn ready

I was wondering... what IF it turns out she is a good debater? This whole process has been so full of absurdities and surprises that it would be interesting.

I am not watching the debate though since I am teaching, but will get the summary from AJ, my source for world and national news

she could turn out to be a good debater, i could also win the lottery

seriously though, i am really interested in seeing her out there on her own and having to answer questions without mccain holding her hand and covering up her mistakes. there will be no media to blame either, it will all be down to her.

i'm sure there will be lots of videos on the internet for you to watch at your leisure if you so desire