Hey, I have never heard of the book, and I'm not sure which kooky movement you are referring to?  Is it one of the following: Neo-Darwinism, or Intelligent Design.

I'm not well versed on anything Darwinian.  But there are a few things that I know that sprouted from Darwinian thinking, namely Eugenics, and Planned Parenthood.

Will you please explain what you are referring to specifically, so that I can learn from you?  I hope that this doesn't come off as snarky, or smart assed, because I really am interested in this realm of inquiry, but have not had time to explore it.

What little I know about Darwinism comes "Expelled: No Intelligence Allowed", which was entertaining but I'm skeptical of the source.

I look forward to your response.

To be honest, if Gard was reading pro-creationist material, as an atheist I still wouldn't have a problem.

Why?

Well, because to believe in freedom is to respect other people's rights to their own opinions, even opinions in total opposition to my own. I'm sure we could have a lively debate on the matter, Gard and I, over a pint of beer. But neither of us would walk away plotting to lobby regarding some legislation to ban the other's opinion.

In summary, to refer to another religion I don't believe in (but a killer quote I'm plotting to have tattooed across my neck):

'An it harm none do what ye will'

I'm an atheist & militantly so, but Gard's free to read whatever crap he wants & believe in whatever crap he wants, I'll defend his freedom to that extent.

But if you ask me what should be taught to kids? Well I'm an atheist & I'm not anarchist, but that's all I'm going to say at fear of being verbally torn limb from limb.