Achievement Quote by Ian Hacking
“The anti-Darwin movement has racked up one astounding achievement. It has made a significant proportion of American parents care about what their children are taught in school.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Social Construction of What?, 1999
The anti‑Darwin movement has mobilized many parents to scrutinize school curricula, influencing education debates.
In simple terms: Parents now question what children learn.
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Themes
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When to use this quote
- school board meetings
- parent‑teacher conferences
- public policy
- media discourse
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do parents care about curriculum?
- What impact does this have on scientific literacy?
May polarize scientific discourse and hinder consensus.