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Louisiana's New Science Education Law Sparks New Debate Over Intelligent Design
by Kim Pearson

Louisiana's New Science Education Law Sparks New Debate Over Intelligent Design

Last week, Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal signed a bill (.pdf) that will alllow science teachers to introduce "supplemental materials" on contentious subjects such as evolution and global warming. While supporters cheer the new law as a victory fo academic freedom, critics see it as a pretext for allowing teachers to bring their religious beliefs into classrooms.