Quote by Phillip E. Johnson

In short, it is not that evolutionary naturalists have been less brazen than the scientific creationists in holding science hostage, but rather that they have been infinitely more effective in getting away with it.

In short, it is not that evolutionary naturalists have been

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This quote suggests that evolutionary naturalists have been just as unsuccessful as scientific creationists in manipulating science to advance their own agenda. However, the difference lies in the fact that evolutionary naturalists have been remarkably successful in concealing their manipulation and avoiding criticism or scrutiny. The quote implies that while creationists may be openly criticized for distorting facts, naturalists have managed to manipulate science without attracting similar attention or backlash.

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