Re: More fusillades in the ID wars

From: Dick Fischer <dickfischer@earthlink.net>
Date: Tue Feb 01 2005 - 22:04:35 EST
Ted replies:

Well, Dick, you're right about freedom of speech not extending to
scientific journals.  (This is not to concede your point that Meyer's
article had no legitimate right to be published where it was, I have not
been convinced of that point.)  But when your public employer starts denying
you access to space you need for your work, and starts asking people about
your religious beliefs, then you do start to wonder where the nearest ACLU
attorney might be located.

At least I would do that.  Wouldn't you?

No.

The Smithsonian relies on private contributions to fund its projects.  (Have you seen any special donations in your church to support the Smithsonian?)  The last thing they want is a public bruhaha that might discourage potential contributors.  All of their exhibits are open to the public free of charge.  The Smithsonian provides a valuable service to this community and is a big tourist attraction.  I do live nearby and have visited the Smithsonian many times.

I'm not endorsing their attitude, but I certainly understand it.

Dick Fischer  - Genesis Proclaimed Association
Finding Harmony in Bible, Science, and History
www.genesisproclaimed.org
Received on Tue Feb 1 22:05:59 2005

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