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- 1Bill Nye challenges the argument from hidden divine plans●If the argument is, “Well, that was all part of the plan,” then I have to ask: “How can you take the lack of evidence of
A quote attributed to Bill Nye is circulating among skeptics and atheists, questioning how the absence of evidence for a divine plan can be treated as proof that a plan exists. The remark is being shared in discussions about faith, atheism and the logic of religious apologetics, drawing agreement from nonbelievers and likely criticism from believers.
- 2Bill Nye cites the Constitution to defend science research funding●Bill Nye whips out the Constitution to make a powerful point about cuts to science research
Bill Nye, the scientist and TV educator, pulled out a copy of the US Constitution during an appearance to argue against proposed cuts to scientific research funding. He invoked the document's provision allowing Congress to issue patents, saying science and innovation are core to the country's founding purpose. The moment is being shared as a pointed response to budget proposals that would slash research spending.