[Soliton]

It’s self evident that intelligence (i.e. information) is the prime a-priori precursor to the universe. It’s not open to serious debate.

"Self evident" is not a serious scientific statement

[GourmetDan]

""Self evident" is not a serious scientific statement"

Neither is assuming that that intelligence is *not* an 'a priori' precursor to the universe. That is a philosophical position as well.

But somehow that doesn't penetrate the evo mind.