The Second Surge of Anti-Evolutionism in Georgia, 1973-2014.

The article examines the resurgence of anti-evolutionism in Georgia from 1973 to 2014, highlighting significant events and figures that shaped the debate over the teaching of evolution and creationism in public schools. It details the historical context of anti-evolution sentiment, beginning with the decline of opposition after the 1920s Scopes Trial, followed by a revival in the 1970s fueled by the publication of creationist literature and legal battles for equal time in education. Key figures, such as Georgia congressman Paul Broun and Judge Braswell D. Deen Jr., are discussed for their roles in promoting creationism as a valid alternative to evolution. The article also addresses the legal challenges faced by anti-evolutionists, including the 2005 court ruling that deemed a disclaimer on biology textbooks unconstitutional. Ultimately, the article concludes that while anti-evolution sentiment persisted, it failed to significantly alter the teaching of evolution in Georgia's educational institutions by the end of 2014. [Extracted from the article]