Father's Lawsuit Claims Teaching Of Evolution Will Hinder Daughter's Future Veterinarian Career - what say you?

2015-06-02T09:45:37-04:00

Plaintiff Kenneth Smith Of Harpers Ferry, who represents himself, stated his daughter was taught a "faith base (evolutionary ideology) [sic] that just doesn't exist and has no math to back it." Due to this, Smith argued, his daughter's ability to enter college and obtain a good job and economic security in the veterinary field is compromised. Smith's lawsuit doesn't note his daughter's age.

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Father Sues Officials For Teaching Evolution

The West Virginia parent of an aspiring veterinarian filed a lawsuit on May 12 alleging local, state and federal officials propagated a "religious faith" by teaching his daughter evolution.

Response by SGM Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 2 at 2015 9:50 AM

2015-06-02T09:50:08-04:00

Evo is derived from Eve.

Response by SCPO David Lockwood made Jun 2 at 2015 9:50 AM

2015-06-02T09:50:22-04:00

Makes you think of others upbringing.

Response by SrA Edward Vong made Jun 2 at 2015 9:50 AM

2015-06-02T09:50:59-04:00

Evolution is a scientific theory which should be taught in all schools and should be something learned from all science majors. While I do believe in evolution, when taught in schools, it should be noted that the term theory should be used, to cover all grounds.

Response by 1LT Nick Kidwell made Jun 2 at 2015 9:51 AM

2015-06-02T09:51:33-04:00

I picked the first response, but it is only because evolutionary theory is the major paradigm and it would be a hindrance to NOT understand it.

I do however, do not personally believe that it is a viable theory of origins. When I was a science teacher in a Christian school, I taught evolutionary theory so the kids would know it, but I also taught Young-Earth Creationism. Since it was a faith-based school, I made no bones about which side of the spectrum I came down on, but I gave the kids information so that they could decide for themselves as they processed it themselves.

Response by SSgt Charles Edwards made Jun 2 at 2015 9:54 AM

2015-06-02T09:54:52-04:00

I think this topic has been a center of debate for too long. In my opinion, keep it out of grade school. If a student wants to learn more about evolution, they can take it in college. Honestly, when is the last time parents sued a college for teaching their kid something they don't agree with? You don't since students generally pick their courses.

Response by Capt Mark Strobl made Jun 2 at 2015 10:01 AM

2015-06-02T10:01:07-04:00

A ruling cannot rule on supposed damages... and that seems to be the crux of Mr. Smith's allegations. His daughter enrolled in the class --a voluntary action. Sounds like a waste of time for the courts. Hopefully, the plaintiff's counsel is not working pro bono: There is a price for stupidity.

Response by Capt Richard I P. made Jun 2 at 2015 10:07 AM

2015-06-02T10:07:30-04:00

"That’s the good thing about science: It’s true whether or not you believe in it. That’s why it works.” Neil deGrasse Tyson

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 2 at 2015 10:35 AM

2015-06-02T10:35:04-04:00

He's an idiot.

Next. . .

Response by PO1 William "Chip" Nagel made Jun 2 at 2015 12:53 PM

2015-06-02T12:53:46-04:00

I can't believe we are still even having this conversation. Hmmm let me see the Scientist credited with the Big Bang Theory had a Second Occupation, He was a Catholic Priest. How anyone can accept the Fairy Tale that Creationism (An Ancient Tribal Legend) is, is beyond me.

Response by MSgt Bobby Gene made Apr 12 at 2022 7:39 PM

2022-04-12T19:39:17-04:00

Love the options for answers!! Guaranteed to start a discussion, but none ACTUALLY revalent to the question presented.

There is no more proof of evolution now than when postulated almost a 100 years ago...give or take...