[farmer18th]

A fine sentiment, but there are no alternate theories contending with evolution. This in not my opinion; it is the opinion of the Discovery Institute and the leading proponents of Intelligent Design.

I think you're missing the point. Even if you've got the "theory-game" locked up by a majority of the guild, surely the guild would not be threatened by a critique of what it claims to be the only theory in town? It isn't just wild-eyed pentacostals asking for a critique, unless you think Ben Stein is among that number?

[js1138]

I’ve written two responses, only to have them eaten by some FR bug. Posting here has become an exercise in frustration.

[js1138]

I’ve written two responses, only to have them eaten by some FR bug. Posting here has become an exercise in frustration.

[Oztrich Boy]

It isn't just wild-eyed pentacostals asking for a critique, unless you think Ben Stein is among that number?

No. I think he's a lawyer and a comedian; two professions where total honesty, strict accuracy, and unbiased presentation are not regarded as essential in presenting a point of view.