Daily Archives: April 16, 2008

Both bills on 2nd reading

I’m trying to sort out the legislative process. Once both of the deceptively-named “academic freedom” bills were approved by their committees I started feeling very confused. I think I have a handle on it now, though. In the House, the … Continue reading

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Yup, I was wrong

A long time ago I had made the bold prediction that the deceptively named academic freedom bills would just sputter and die. I was wrong. My lack of political experience now shows. The senate bill is on tomorrow’s special order … Continue reading

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21st century or 17th?

Columnist in the Sun-Sentinel: Scientists need to keep an open mind, for there’s no telling what the future will bring in the way of knowledge. As Florida moves into that future, however, its public schools need to deal with real … Continue reading

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