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Welcome to Wikipedia, and thank you for your contribution to the evolution talk page. We realise that evolution is a controversial topic in the United States and in some other places in the world.

Many of the arguments presented by proponents of creationism or intelligent design have been presented to this talk repeatedly. Generally, these arguments are based on a misunderstanding of evolution and/or lack any supporting sources. For that reason, please consider the following:

  • Evolution is not a random process. Mutations are random, natural selection is not.
  • A supposed 'gap' in the evolution theory is not equivalent to rebuttal of the theory and evolutionary theory does not predict the existence of intermediate forms between all forms of life (cat-dog/bird-fish etc.)
  • The word theory in science indicates a well studied and supported explanation for a given set of usually undisputed observations.
    • Consider that any scientist capable of disproving evolution would be assured of fame and fortune.
  • We are still looking for the many scientists that supposedly support creationism or intelligent design.
  • In general, back up claims that substantially change the content of the article with reliable and verifiable sources.

For common responses to creationist arguments please see TalkOrigins. Feel free to start a discussion on something that is supported by verifiable and reliable sources, but if you wish to discuss or debate the general validity of evolution please do so at Talk.Origins, because Wikipedia is not a discussion board. Thank you.