What are the signs of a creationist?

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The discussion centers on the definition of "creationist," encompassing individuals associated with various creationist websites. Key characteristics of creationists include personal attacks, ignoring evidence, using falsehoods, and relying on the Bible as a source of evidence, which is deemed inappropriate in scientific discourse. The conversation highlights the perception that creationists often demonstrate a lack of understanding of concepts like the Big Bang and evolution. A notable quote emphasizes a strong negative sentiment towards creationists, labeling them as deceitful. The discussion also touches on the idea that creationism is more of a sociological phenomenon than strictly a religious one, as it spans multiple religions and often presents itself under the guise of scientific objectivity.
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When I use the term "creationist" I mean people to which any of the following websites apply:

http://www.reandev.com/taliban/

http://drdino.com/

http://emporium.turnpike.net/C/cs/

http://www.icr.org/

http://www.creationresearch.org/

http://www.creationscience.com/onlinebook/

http://www.talkorigins.org/

http://www.answersingenesis.org/

that is just the tip of the iceberg.

signs of a creationist(besides the obvious):

personal attacks

ignoring evidence

using flat out lies as evidence

using the bible as evidence(bible isn't even a resource in english papers)

using a lack of evidence as evidence

strawman

flame

troll

give the "i'm brainwashed" vibe

have no clue what the big bang or evolution actually say(and in many cases can't tell the difference)

spam

all of this brings up one of my favourite quotes of late:
Sayonara³ said:
All creationists are evil and everything they say is a lie.
 
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sorry, this thread does not fit in our guidelines of not posting religious threads.
 
Kerrie said:
sorry, this thread does not fit in our guidelines of not posting religious threads.

Huh? Creationists are a sociological phenomenon, not a religious one. They may derive their beliefs from religion (though note there are creationsists from all the major religions, so it's not just a sectarian phenomenon), but they at least pretend to be objective and "scientific". ID proponents even get indignant when religious ideas are ascribed to them.
 
SA, some of the links provided are religious based.
 

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