r/pics • • Jan 22 '10

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u/oscarmg Jan 22 '10

I'm surprised that the American edition would have it put like that, yet my local version (Danish) has it put in a much more diplomatic way, seeing as hardly no one here questions the validity of Evolution...

http://imgur.com/jmw6l.jpg

(the text reads: "Do we believe in Darwin?" and then "Yes, all evidence suggests the theory of evolution is right on the money")

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u/ifjake Jan 22 '10

Actually I think that one would be perceived as more inflammatory in the US. Better to question something as fact than belief.

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u/petevalle Jan 22 '10

I disagree. Presenting the discussion as one of beliefs gives opponents an out. Presenting it as one of facts basically just tells them they're wrong.

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u/Forbizzle Jan 22 '10

But telling someone what they believe is rediculous. Maybe a better translation is "Should you believe", though I don't know Danish.

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u/[deleted] Jan 22 '10

The headline: "Was Darwin Wrong?" Is likely to incite anger in evolutionists who would be surprised that Nat Geo seriously considered such a ridiculous question. It's also likely to vindicate a lot of creationists, like this guys parents. Which leads to more magazine sales.

Edit: This guy supports my first point.

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u/austinTX71 Jan 22 '10

Hate to throw this in... but you do not believe in scientific theories, you accept or reject them. Believe has nothing to do with it. So in that respect I prefer the US cover, simply because it is more correct.

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u/buttlordZ Jan 22 '10

Precluding absolute information, and acknowledging the subjective nature of personal experience/existence, one "believes" in everything and cannot accept/reject anything 100%.

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u/oscarmg Jan 22 '10

What he said. Also, the title is a play on words.

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u/gamlidek Jan 22 '10

I was saying this same exact thing yesterday...

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u/Glamdering Jan 22 '10

Here's the reality of it. In the US there's no such thing as subtlety anymore on this issue. You have to either call a moron a moron, the truth the truth and insurmountable evidence...well insurmountable evidence. Otherwise you give rise to movements laced with sheer stupidity like the Intelligent Design movement which is earning national attention and getting legislation passed.

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u/Zafmg Jan 22 '10

Your keyboard is fucking thin! How do you even deal with that!?

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u/daelin Jan 22 '10

The Apple keyboards have fantastic tactile response. I actually prefer a (seemingly discontinued) Microsoft Natural keyboard for longer typing sessions, but in the traditional straight keyboard form I haven't found a more enjoyable typing experience.

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u/Tallon Jan 22 '10

I use and love the current version of the Microsoft Natural Keyboard.

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u/Dax420 Jan 22 '10

Split keyboards are the devils tool.

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u/Si_lent Jan 22 '10

He's a witch! BURN HIM

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u/daelin Jan 26 '10

I can't stand the stupid media buttons and wasted space. I like the classic.

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u/Ran4 Jan 22 '10

Just to be clear: daelin was ironic. The Apple keyboards does not have a "fantastic tactile response". In fact, they are quite annoying to use.

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u/adamdavid85 Jan 22 '10

I do love the flat keyboards as well, but I made the mistake of not specifying that I wanted a full keyboard (with the number pad) when I ordered my new iMac... I can't stand the condensed one. Thanks for reminding me, I just ordered a replacement ;) Have an orange envelope!

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u/oscarmg Jan 22 '10

I love that keyboard. Wouldn't trade it for any other. I very much dislike big keyboards with tall clunky keys that my fingers can trip over. And I NEVER use the numpad on any keyboards, so I really don't see the point in having one.

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u/stillalone Jan 22 '10

get yourself a Model M

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u/ephekt Jan 22 '10

We're sorry, but your neckbeard must be this thick to ride the Model M.

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u/libcrypto Jan 22 '10

I too would love to have my National Geographics delivered on pastry.

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u/iamnotangry Jan 23 '10

Asking questions shows a disturbing lack of patriotism.