Bibliography annotations

Allen, Greg. “Bill Lets Fla. Schools Teach Evolution Alternatives.” National Public Radio.  29 Apr. 2008

Greg Allen is the Miami correspondent for NPR.  He has been working there for six years.  He graduated with honors from the University of Pennsylvania in 1977. In this article, the Florida legislation was considering a bill that called for “academic freedom” or to question the theory of evolution.  The bill required that teachers give a thorough explanation of the theory of evolution, and then let students analyze it.  Supporters say it promotes academic freedom and critics say it is a “smoke-screen” or an excuse to bring religion into school.  The critics argue that it is wrong according to the separation of church and state.  This supports the argument against evolution in schools.

McKnight, Peter. “Religion in Disguise.” SIRS. 29 Oct. 2008

Peter McKnight was a professor in philosophy in science, ethics, and writing at the University of Western Ohio.  He has written for multiple newspapers and was formerly an attorney, also.  This article attacks the groups opposing the theory of evolution.  It explains how ridiculous the claims and acts of the creationists or intelligent designers who believe in a God and believe that modern science doesn’t leave room for God.  This article clearly supports the argument for evolution in schools.