From someone new to the list, and who has been bemused by the vehemence of the responses to this thread, I'll point out that I don't believe Stephanie commented on the validity of the message's content, only whether its context was appropriate to the list serve. Several of you have pointed out how you think it was on-topic; some of you have further commented on what she (didn't) say, seeming to assume you know the intent of her message beyond what was actually stated. Not very objective for those promoting scientific lines of learning. A lot of these messages (including prior to her entry to the discussion) have been so dogmatic that the irony of their support for scientific process has been thoroughly amusing. As seems to be the case with most message boards and discussion lists I've joined, the slanderous side-comments coming from many of the pro-evolution messages have made for an atmosphere not conducive to a more open (interesting) discussion (whatever the topic at hand may be). I'll admit I haven't read all the messages associated with this thread (because of the sheer volume and because so many were trite and/or intellectually vulgar), so I'm sure some of you will point out how wrong I am. But for what it's worth, I'm giving you the impression of someone who browses the threads but doesn't have the time to religiously (pun intended) follow them-as I'd guess is true for many of the subscribers. And for what it's worth, I've not indicated my own views on the evolution/ID debate itself, so please don't attribute my commentary to where I fall on that debate. Wonderful Wednesday, tim -----Original Message----- From: Museum discussion list [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Rhonda Kohl Sent: Wednesday, June 29, 2005 11:34 AM To: [log in to unmask] Subject: [MUSEUM-L] evolution Stephanie I think you are wrong to assume evolution is "off-topic." Many museums teach evolution through exhibits and programs, and since many schools are opting out of teaching the subject, where else can museum professional discuss the many facets of this controversial topic. As I have said to many creationists,"If you don't like the ideas of the book, don't read it," and this can also relate to messages. Banning this subject from the List Service is as bad as book banning and banning the teaching of evolution in schools. Rhonda Kohl ========================================================= Important Subscriber Information: The Museum-L FAQ file is located at http://www.finalchapter.com/museum-l-faq/ . You may obtain detailed information about the listserv commands by sending a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "help" (without the quotes). If you decide to leave Museum-L, please send a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "Signoff Museum-L" (without the quotes). ========================================================= Important Subscriber Information: The Museum-L FAQ file is located at http://www.finalchapter.com/museum-l-faq/ . You may obtain detailed information about the listserv commands by sending a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "help" (without the quotes). If you decide to leave Museum-L, please send a one line e-mail message to [log in to unmask] . The body of the message should read "Signoff Museum-L" (without the quotes).