[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 28 (Tuesday, February 11, 2020)]
[Senate]
[Page S993]
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                         SUBMITTED RESOLUTIONS

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SENATE RESOLUTION 495--DESIGNATING FEBRUARY 12, 2020, AS ``DARWIN DAY'' 
AND RECOGNIZING THE IMPORTANCE OF SCIENCE TO THE BETTERMENT OF HUMANITY

  Mr. BLUMENTHAL (for himself, Mr. Murphy, and Mr. Whitehouse) 
submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee 
on the Judiciary:

                              S. Res. 495

       Whereas Charles Darwin developed the theory of evolution by 
     natural selection, which provides humanity with a logical and 
     intellectually compelling explanation for the diversity of 
     life on Earth;
       Whereas the validity of the theory of evolution by natural 
     selection is strongly supported by the monumental amount of 
     scientific evidence Charles Darwin compiled to support the 
     theory and the modern understanding of the science of 
     genetics;
       Whereas the human curiosity and ingenuity exemplified by 
     Charles Darwin have promoted new scientific discoveries that 
     have helped humanity solve many problems and improve living 
     conditions;
       Whereas the advancement of science must be protected from 
     individuals unconcerned with the adverse impacts of global 
     warming and climate change;
       Whereas the teaching of creationism in some public schools 
     compromises the scientific and academic integrity of the 
     education systems of the United States;
       Whereas Charles Darwin is a worthy symbol of scientific 
     advancement on whom to focus and around whom to build a 
     global celebration of science and humanity intended to 
     promote a common bond among all the people of the Earth; and
       Whereas February 12, 2020, is the anniversary of the birth 
     of Charles Darwin in 1809 and is an appropriate date to 
     designate as ``Darwin Day'': Now, therefore, be it
       Resolved, That the Senate--
       (1) designates February 12, 2020, as ``Darwin Day'';
       (2) recognizes the importance of science to the betterment 
     of humanity; and
       (3) recognizes Charles Darwin as a worthy symbol for 
     celebrating science, the achievements of reason, and the 
     advancement of human knowledge.

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