[Doctor Stochastic]

Previous discussion on Free Republic would seem to indicate that the Creationists believe that a letter of recommendation is an entitlement. They also claimed that such letters could not be refused on the basis of civil rights.

[f.Christian]

Darwinism is the atheist religion ... bolshevik monoploy that forbids all others --- fascism !

[js1138]

Let's see if I can follow this logic: First, grades are stipulated as a reasonably objective measure of competence and performance, therefore graduate schools don't consider them as sufficient for admission. Second, letters of recommendation -- which are entirely subjective and can be obtained through butt-kissing, bribery or sexual favors -- are the preferred qualifier for graduate school.

Therefore it follows that the subjective admissions criteria should not be questioned, but rather the process for doling out the letters should be brought under federal control.

Makes sense to me.

[Dataman]

Previous discussion on Free Republic would seem to indicate that the Creationists believe that a letter of recommendation is an entitlement. They also claimed that such letters could not be refused on the basis of civil rights.

Rather it would seem that bigotry backed by "science" is acceptable.

[familyof5]

As you are no doubt aware, these LOR's will decide who gets to med school and who doesn't. I have long complained that the professors are choosing our medical school candidates. Their bias is toward research rather than bedside manner or ability to diagnose and treat. Many good men and women, people that would make wonderful physicians, have failed to fulfill their life's dream because of some pompous ass such as this professor. His line of thinking is preposterous. To conclude that someone who rejects the "most important theory in biology" cannot properly practice medicine is simply beyond me. Regardless of your personal belief you must at least admit that.

[B. Rabbit]

"Previous discussion on Free Republic would seem to indicate that the Creationists believe that a letter of recommendation is an entitlement. They also claimed that such letters could not be refused on the basis of civil rights."

Very well said. This isn't even about evolution, this is about asking somebody for a favor and him denying it. This is every person's right. This is a liberal tactic trying to attack somebody for exercising individual rights.

He may be a jerk. Call him names and complain to the school if you want to. Stand outside the school gates with picket signs, too. But it is this teacher's right to deny anyone a letter of recommendation.