Keith,
Thanks for passing this letter along to us. It is very interesting. One
thing that struck me reading this is the strength of the language used and
the first point made in the letter is especially interesting.
>1. The Theory of Evolution has been nullified by scientific evidences
>since the end of the 20th century. It is totally wrong to teach the theory
>to young people at schools as a definite scientific fact. Scientific
>views of scientists who reject Darwinism should also be taught at schools.
If they really believe that the evolutionary theory has been "nullified by
scientific evidences" then why don't they suggest that schools not even
teach it. Aside from political expediency, stumping for equal time seems
to be a cop out on their part. Equal time suggests that evolution is a
plausible interpretation of the facts but here they suggest (and I've heard
other say there is '"not a shred of evidence" for evolution) evolutionary
theory is nullified. So why should they support equal time, why not no
time for evolution at all? Of course, I realize that is the goal, but the
push for equal time just makes little sense to me in light of the sames
peoples resistance to compromise on any other issues.
>To this end, it is of great importance to make motions to have this issue
>discussed in the parliament, to come into contact with the relevant
ministries
>and to lobby actively. We know that President Bush government is sensitive
>and prudent in preserving the religious beliefs and spiritual values.
>Therefore, measures taken in this respect will absolutely achieve positive
>effects.
>
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