How many users on these boards actually support "The Theory of Evolution"?

[gomezc]

ManusJustus said:

gomezc said:

As mentioned by someone eariler, that is an opinion.  Also it is quite insulting to state that people aren't rational just because they have some faith in their lives.  Based on your rationality comment at least.  

Why can't people have opinions without infringing on the opinions of others.  If you don't believe in God, then you don't believe in God.  Simple as that.  Don't go around telling others who do believe that they are any less rational or whatever just because of their beliefs.  This is the kind of stuff that sparks flames IMO.

I can at least respect those who don't believe and have friends with opinions on both sides.  We can have good debates without telling each other we are any less of a person just because we have those beliefs.

If someone is wrong, it is justifiable to tell them that they are wrong.  If it was my opinion that an umbrella would allow me to float safely from a tall skyscraper to the ground, then by all means tell me that I am wrong.  I haven't actually thought anything that stupid, but I am grateful when people point out that I am wrong about many things in life. 

Why would this not apply to someone's opinions on God, sea monsters, fairies, and other such 'supernatural' ideas?

I do respect that stance.  It is indeed a good thing to tell others that they bay be wrong.  However, as I mentioned before, it is your opinion that those who 'believe' are wrong.  So if this is your opinion, who are you to tell others that their own opinion is incorrect?  

Many people can argue for hours about the legitimacy of their beliefs, citing facts and sources.  It could go on for months.  The only thing I am saying, and that goes for everyone, is that whether or not you believe in God or not, it is your opinion.  Since beliefs in their own right are of a personal and intimate nature, it is not up to anyone but themselves to judge whether or not their own beliefs are right or wrong, based on opinion, in this debate.

I can't count the times I've seen just about every faith and evolution thread degenerate into a 'you are wrong and I am right' thread.