Darwinism & Me

My exposure to Darwinism has been quite minimal. It seems the concept has become an everyday sort of word, one that I have thrown around freely- as though I have some semblance of what it truly means. Therefore, the opportunity to read and learn a bit more into what Darwinism signifies, beyond my basic understanding, is something I appreciate. I found the article by Nancy Pearcey, "Why Darwinism Matters" most helpful, as a non-scientist it allowed a small understanding of the theoretical and practical application of Darwinism. As Pearcey discusses how Darwinism influences morality, education, law and family, she asks quite clearly: "What difference does Darwinism make, and what impact has it had, on questions like morality and the law, the family and education?" These are good questions indeed. The discussion which followed each topic was interesting and insightful, but I openly admit: I was more often confused, instead of feeling a certain sense of clarity about Darwin and his influence on society, I was rereading and trying to connect the dots. Thus, the theory of natural selection in regards to evolutionary development remains the same for me. I am a believer, the strong survive. Go Darwin!