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Further Tears In The Big Tent?

By jlynch on January 6, 2006.

It appears once again that Dembski, contra the official DI position, supports the teaching of ID - rather than the "controversy" - in science class. Gov. Rick Perry of Texas has announced that ID is a "valid scientific theory" and should be taught (source). Indeed, a spokeswoman noted that Perry “supports the teaching of the theory of intelligent design. Texas schools teach the theory of evolution; intelligent design is a valid scientific theory, and he believes it should be taught as well” (emphasis mine). Dembski's sole comment is: "Leave it to a Red State to come through in time of need" - clearly supporting Perry's position and opposing the stated stance of the DI, namely opposition to mandated ID while support for "teaching the controversy". Of course, he has done this before; witness his comments on Bush's support for ID.

Over at the Thumb, PZ notes:

I look forward to hearing the Discovery Institute's reaction. Will they repudiate their current strategy of pretending they don't want to teach ID in schools and embrace the propaganda opportunity, or will they let Perry twist in the wind? Will the Thomas More Law Center, fresh off their masochistic adventure in Dover, step forward with joy in their hearts and beg, "yes, whip me again, please"?

It seems that one DI fellow has already broken ranks. It certainly seems that, post-Dover, the ID tent is looking a little shaky.

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