“If we teach our kids in public schools that they are merely animals, then they will act like animals. We should not be surprised. If we teach kids in school that they are a creation of God, that God is their creator, and will some day be their judge, we can expect their behavior to be different because of their basic philosophy.”

—  Kent Hovind

Dissertation for doctor of philosophy in christian education (May 25, 1991)

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