The American Museum of Natural History has just opened its new exhibit on human origins (see The New York Times). PZ Myers notes a paragraph in the article about balancing religion and science,
One issue cannot be entirely sidestepped in any public presentation of human evolution: that many people in this country doubt and vocally oppose the very concept. In a corner of the hall, several scientists are shown in video interviews professing the compatibility of their evolution research with their religious beliefs.Fine, I understand why this might be considered necessary in a science museum but shouldn't the other side be presented as well? After all, most scientists are non-believers.
Why not have a video presentation of atheist scientists who point out the conflicts between science and religion? Why not present the reasons why evolutionary biology is incompatible with many religious beliefs?
I wonder which "scientists" are featured in the presentation? Do you suppose it's the usual suspects like Ken Miller and Francis Collins or are there some Hindus, Muslims, Jews, and Buddhists as well?
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