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General Resolution on the Need for the Theory of Biological Evolution to Be Taught Objectively

PLEASE NOTE: This resolution does not promote "six-day creationism."  Rather, it emphasizes the need for the theory of biological evolution to be taught objectively, even assuming the multitudinous forms of life on earth have come into existence over a period of millions of years.

Consistent with the Conference Report for the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001, signed into law by President Bush on January 8, 2002, which report provides in part at H.R. Rep. 107-334, p. 703, "Where topics are taught that may generate controversy (such as biological evolution), the curriculum should help students to understand the full range of scientific views that exist…," be it resolved therefore:

When the theory of biological evolution is taught in the public schools of _____________________, the scientific arguments both pro and con should be presented.

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