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4. So how does calling creationists

Mon Sep 9, 2013, 12:52 PM

Sep 2013

"A bunch of dumbasses" foster respectful debate and discussion?

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Science Vs. Religion: A Heated Debate Fueled By Disrespect [View all] rug Sep 2013 OP

I like her final piece of advice cbayer Sep 2013 #1

That makes sense. I've heard of that event. cbayer Sep 2013 #10

she might be right that... mike_c Sep 2013 #3

So how does calling creationists skepticscott Sep 2013 #4

On the gripping hand, not all ideas are worthy of respect. AtheistCrusader Sep 2013 #14

Agree, not all ideas are worthy of respect, but cbayer Sep 2013 #15

+1 rug Sep 2013 #9

So you'd agree that bigotry and prejudice skepticscott Sep 2013 #12

The more I am around people Manifestor_of_Light Sep 2013 #13