Louisiana's evolution education could see an overhaul soon, after
lawmakers passed a bill protecting the rights of teachers who challenge
the theory.
The Louisiana Science Education Act breezed through the state senate
June 16 with a 36-0 vote, after being approved by the house the week
before.
The landmark bill allows an "open and objective discussion of
scientific theories" including "evolution, the origins of life, global
warming and human cloning." Teachers will also be allowed to use
outside textbooks and references to further dissect the topics. Read More...