Pawlenty Punts When Asked About His Views on Creationism During First GOP Debate
Click here to view this media During the first GOP presidential primary debate in South Carolina, Governor Tim Pawlenty is asked about his support for the teaching of creationism in public schools and whether he personally believes in the theory. Pawlenty said that he supported local school boards making those decisions and then tried to change the subject before he answered whether he personally supported it. After Pawlenty attempted to pretend that he in any way shape or form supports union membership, Williams brought him back around the the initial question he asked and Pawlenty punted again and just said it should be left up to the parents and local governments. Here’s more on that topic from the Minnesota Independent — Out of the closet: Pawlenty endorses teaching creationism in schools .
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Pawlenty Punts When Asked About His Views on Creationism During First GOP Debate
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