“Debating creationists on the topic of evolution is rather like trying to play chess with a pigeon — it knocks the pieces over, craps on the board, and flies back to its flock to claim victory.”–Scott D. Weitzenhoffer
Nothing new is going on. Bill has behaved this way for years during science discussions. The goal isn’t to understand the science. The goal is to win for his tribe by whatever means necessary.
Well, this thread got very distracted and hasn’t discussed the original topic (at least what’s in the title) for quite a while. Since @swamidass has explained his side of things and @gpuccio hasn’t responded at all, I’m assuming this conversation is done. I’m going to close it now so that it doesn’t launch any more off-topic posts but if it needs to be reopened that’s fine, just let the @moderators know.