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100 Years Since The Scopes (Monkey) Trial: How Much Has Changed Since America's "Trial Of The Century"?

RHEA COUNTY, TENNESSEE, JUL 9 – The American Civil Liberties Union used the Scopes Trial to challenge a law banning evolution teaching, leading to John Scopes's conviction and a $100 fine, highlighting ongoing science-faith debates.

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History is a messy thing and this trial is an excellent example of just how messy it can get.

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IFLScience broke the news in on Wednesday, July 9, 2025.
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