Sen. John McCain recently appeared at the Aspen Music Festival to answer audience questions. From The Aspen Times:
In the final question of the evening, an audience member asked McCain to outline his stance on teaching evolution and creationism in schools.
"I think Americans should be exposed to every point of view," he said. "I happen to believe in evolution. ... I respect those who think the world was created in seven days. Should it be taught as a science class? Probably not."
Nevertheless, the senator said he does believe in God, and he doesn't think Christian groups have too much influence on the Republican Party.
"I think there's room for the religious right in our party," he said.
And for those who think that faction holds too much sway, McCain had a strong message: "Get in the arena. Go out there and register to vote and recruit candidates."
McCain thinks creationism should probably not be taught in science class. Note that this is akin to saying that alchemy or palm-reading should probably not be taught in science class. McCain: possibly a gutless &/or clueless wonder when it comes to preparing our children for the global, competitive arena of scientific research and the expansion of knowledge within the life sciences.
But, on how to stop the religious right, he's correct enough: it's about electoral politics--pure and simple! Organize, recruit candidates, organize, vote, organize, and did I mention organize! "Get in the arena." Indeed.
-IseFire
