Not understanding evolution does not make it untrue
Guest column argues against teaching intelligent design and for evolution science. It cites legal rulings, defends natural selection, and condemns creationism while noting gaps in science yet affirming robust evidence for evolution and the need for science education. Thomas Lackner of Coe College supports the stance.
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Leonard Krishtalka
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University of Kansas
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National Center For Science Education
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Evolution debate sparks reader letters and criticism
A March 30 guest column on evolution by Duane Schmidt draws sharp critique from Cedar Rapids readers. The letters challenge the piece as biased while defending Darwinian theory and fossil evidence. Arguments touch on cornstalk fields, retail stores, and geothermal energy questions.
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Galapagos Islands
William Nicholson
Cedar Rapids
Long term ecological effects of feeding groundwater into stable land
The plan to inject large volumes of groundwater into an already stable environment raises questions about lasting impacts. Potential consequences include changes to subterranean water tables, soil chemistry, and ecosystem balance, with possible ripple effects on habitats and groundwater-dependent resources. Further study is needed to weigh risks and inform spending decisions.
War spending harms U S needs and economy
The piece argues that money spent on war in Iraq diverts resources from domestic needs. It cites 4000 plus U S deaths, Iraq war costs above 500 billion with projections over 3 trillion, and over 4 billion paid by taxpayers. It notes 425,000 National Guard and Reservists served, limiting domestic response capacity, quoting Eisenhower on wartime cost to the hungry and cold.
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Explanations not excuses for Wright and MLK dream column
Leonard Pitts argues race issues fuel outrage and minority unfair treatment while urging forward progress. Julie Zimmer Vinton highlights Millennium Development Goals backed by 188 nations, United States leadership, and Iowa cities, urging Gazette support and global action.
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