Phillip E. Johnson – Uncommon Descent

A friend writes to remind us of the anniversary of Phillip E. Johnson’s death

Question: What changes since then have made the most difference?

Phillip Johnson: Jun 18, 1940–Nov 2, 2019 (aged 79)

The father of intelligent design theory. Peacefully in his sleep. Updated.

Creationism Darwinism Intelligent Design Philosophy Science

Debating Darwin and Design: Science or Creationism? (1)

A couple of days ago I posted my opening statement to a formal online debate I’m currently engaged in with Christian neo-Darwinist Francis Smallwood at Musings Of A Scientific Nature. My opening statement can be found here, and his here. What follows are my opening thoughts on the question whether ID is ‘creationism in a Read More…

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