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