Neil deGrasse Tyson

"Some claim evolution is just a theory. As if it were merely an opinion. The theory of evolution, like the theory of gravity, is a scientific fact. Evolution really happened. Accepting our kinship with all life on Earth is not only solid science. In my view, it’s also a soaring spiritual experience."

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Source: Twitter post from Mar 17, 2012

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Neil deGrasse Tyson

Neil deGrasse Tyson

Astrophysicist, Science Communicator

Neil deGrasse Tyson is an astrophysicist and science communicator known for making complex scientific concepts accessible to the public through his work and quotes.

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