Considers the dichotomy between the cosmic perspective and the creationist view. Presents an overview of various current explanations of the origin and nature of the universe, including scientific explanations, fundamentalist beliefs, and creation myths from other cultures. The article is based on comments made by Carl Sagan at the American…

Describes the response of the scientific community to creationist activism. A symposium entitled "Science and Belief" was held at the annual meeting of the American Association for the Advancement of Science to debate creationism. A network was organized to facilitate communication and political efficiency among anticreationist citizen…

Describes the effects of the court decision against the Arkansas equal-time creation law. Although some state legislatures have postponed action on current legislation, creationist groups are campaigning for new laws and filing lawsuits. The American Civil Liberties Union's response to these renewed efforts is discussed. (AM)

In light of the recent revival of the creationism versus evolution issue, the author briefly summarizes both positions, defends evolution on the basis of fossils and rock ages, and refutes six creationist arguments against evolution. For journal availability, see SO 505 260. (AV)

Believing that biological evolution has been scientifically established and that creationism is purely a religious view, over 70 professional teachers and researchers ask educators and textbook manufacturers to oppose inclusion of creationist views in school curricula. Available from: The Humanist, 923 Kensington Ave., Buffalo, N.Y. 14215. (AV)

The author defends the statement made in SO 505 260 by pointing out that creationists falsely allege that a choice exists between creationist and evolutionist theories. Even in the late 1960s, schools in the West and Northwest showed religious films and avoided use of the word "evolution." For journal availability, see SO 505 260. (AV)