[metmom]

No. They are the types who think, even though they have never studied a subject and do not even know the basics of it, that they can lecture those who have devoted their lives to the pursuit of scientific knowledge.

Of course, you wouldn't know anyone like that, right?

You mean like evolutionists who are computer technicians, or business admistrators, or those who when asked to provide some credentials of scientific training never even bother answering?

And your scientific training is in what field?

[Junior]

No. I mean evolutionists who are archaeologists, biochemists, biologists, chemists and paleontologists. You know, the folks who used to post here until they were run off by the neo-luddite crowd.

As for me, I'll put my credentials as an amateur paleozoologist up against yours any day of the week. You see, my hobby inclines me to keep abreast of the latest stuff coming down the pike. Heck, I even learned to use Google scholar to read some of the original works rather than rely on second-hand filtering by various outlets.

In other words, one can be an informed amateur provided one actually make an effort. Unfortunately, I have yet to see many people go that extra mile. They would rather someone else digest the data and feed them only that pablum that agrees with their particular inclinations.