How Old Is The Earth? Rubio Calls It A Mystery

Senator Rubio says the theologians haven't decided yet how old the earth is.  Theologians?  What about geologists?  The Republican party is very leery of scientists because they may teach children things contrary to their parents' religion-based prejudices.  This is no way to operate in the 21st century.  Our favorite economist, Paul Krugman, has a few interesting things to say.

http://www.nytimes.com/2012/11/23/opinion/krugman-grand-old-planet.html?ref=opinion