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Legislating Science
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What should be taught in science class? It is a battle that is being fought in school districts nationwide -- from Darwin to Intelligent Design -- biology teachers, parents, and students are fighting once again over evolution.

The Kansas school board could make a decision as early as next month that will change the state's science standards. Georgia and Pennsylvania recently voted to change their science curriculums to teach alternative theories on how life began.

While critics say it is an age old battle to get religion into the school system, both sides agree this latest round of debate is reflecting the changing culture in the country. Those determined to defend evolution are facing a new and emboldened group determined to include ideas of religion in biology class. Darwin, and the Design of the American classroom.
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