POLL: Your View of Human Evolution

Anti-evolution Attacks on the Rise

While scientists say the idea that humans evolved from other primate species is among the most well-founded of theories, based on solid evidence from several fields and different lines of research, the concept has been highly controversial in recent years. As Part 3 of our 10-part series on the origin, evolution and future of the human species and the mysteries that remain to be solved, we want your thoughts.

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