I've written before that the positions presidential candidates take on teaching evolution are very revealing, because “It is dangerous to have someone ... resistant to evidence and reason as President of the United States.” If you share my concern, you'll want to check the following links from Physics Today.
Q: Where do you stand on teaching evolution?While there is no controversy in the scientific community over the basic facts of evolution, advocates of creationism continue to challenge the teaching of evolution in U.S. schools. Do you believe in natural evolution as a fundamental biological process? Would you advocate keeping creationism in its various incarnations, including intelligent design, out of public school classes?
- Democrats
- Republicans
You might also find YouTube videos of Mike Huckabee and Ron Paul discussing their opinions informative.
That was an interesting read. I'm very much relieved that it looks like McCain might just become the republican candidate and he has at least admitted to believing in evolution.
Any real info on Obama's beliefs in evolution seems to be lacking however. Those Science profiles you blogged about earlier didn't really tell me anything either. Have you seen another site that outlines where he stands in more detail?