A leading scientist in the U.K. resigned from his position with the Royal Society after suggesting creationism should be taught in schools as an alternative worldview.
The Rev. Michael Reiss was the education director for the Royal Society, which has claimed Charles Darwin among its members. Although Reiss strongly supports evolution, he said teachers should be open to discussing creationism.
The Royal Society originally agreed with and supported Reiss' comments but now claims his comments damaged its reputation.
Professor Lord Winston, a scientist in the U.K., told the Telegraph he fears the Royal Society may have only diminished itself.
"This is not a good day for the reputation of science or scientists," he said. "This individual was arguing that we should engage with and address public misconceptions about science — something that the Royal Society should applaud."
— Devon Williams
