The hit documentary March of the Penguins has been embraced by commentators on the Christian Right, who say it celebrates faith and family values, and offers proof that “intelligent design” does exist — and global warming doesn’t. Kurt wonders if the Right would be so quick to embrace the film if they knew where it came from.
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