Ben Carson's dismissal of the Big Bang Theory as a "fairy tale" raises concerns about potential impacts on scientific funding if he were to become president. His beliefs may align with a growing fundamentalist movement that could threaten federal support for scientific research, particularly through the National Science Foundation (NSF). The discussion highlights the fear that a scientifically challenged leadership could undermine public faith in science and lead to reduced funding for critical programs. Historical parallels are drawn to past political actions that negatively affected scientific initiatives, suggesting a worrying trend. The conversation reflects broader anxieties about the intersection of personal beliefs and scientific integrity in governance.
