Why Is The Scopes Trial Still Relevant 100 Years Later?
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The Scopes Trial: Science vs. Belief
This chapter explores the historical backdrop of the 1925 Scopes Trial, set against the cultural turmoil of the Roaring Twenties. It highlights the roles of the ACLU and significant legal figures while detailing the tension between scientific understanding and religious belief. The chapter emphasizes the trial's lasting implications for civil liberties and educational freedom amid societal prejudices.
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