Inteligent design does not belong in a science class because it is not a scientific theory. Certainly, it could be taught in a metaphysics class.
Also, coming from where I do, I find it hard to believe that teachers are that afraid to teach evolution. Where I come from, they sure don't hesitate to preach their liberal propaganda in social studies and the like.
The fighting leftist indoctrination in social studies is exactly where we should be focusing our energy. Instead, we're wasting time fighting science. No wonder liberals think we're dumb.
This article is New York Times fantasy land stuff. It has nothing to do with reality. Zip, nada, zilch.