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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 05, 2005
Page
2
The State Board of Education faces a split over how evolution should be taught. The majority urges scientific evolution as a historical explanation of diversification, while a minority argues for broader views including non physical aspects and philosophical questions.
Opponents and supporters clashed at separate events as Kansas moves toward public hearings on science standards. Pro evolution scientists warn against introducing religious theories like intelligent design, while Discovery Institute advocates argue for teaching scientific controversies. The hearings, set for Memorial Hall, will shape the standards guiding 450000 students with critics boycotting the process. Jonathan Wells of the Discovery Institute questions how evolution explains complex life, urging exposure to alternatives.
Kansas Department of Education has not finalized a witnesses schedule. John Calvert lists anticipated testimonies from William Harris of UMKC Medicine, Ralph Seelke of Wisconsin, Bruce Simat of Northwestern College, Giuseppe Sermonti of Perugia, Charles Thaxton, and Jonathan Wells of Discovery Institute, highlighting debates over evolution and design.
Federal legislation could reshape how states issue licenses and raise costs for state agencies. Carmen Alldritt notes added money and staffing will be needed, with costs to be clarified after Congress names a rules committee. James Berry, a retired lieutenant colonel, supports stronger identity checks to curb attacks.
Staff writer Chad Lawhorn can be reached at 832-6362. Contributed to this report. JW wire servic
Representatives and Republican Senators Sam Brownback and Pat Roberts did not return calls seeking comment on the bill. Christie Appelhanz said Rep. Dennis Moore had previously spoken against the changes citing unfunded mandates and questions about national security. Rep. Jim Ryan voted for the bill when it passed the House in February per his congressional site.
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