I have no idea whether both sides are reasonable. I'm not a biologist, so I leave it to those in the area to settle the question.
There has always been controversy in science. And there always will be. If controversy ceases, then science will have ceased.
... and no creationist conspiracy exists too?
Creationists can think what they like. It is no concern of mine. It only becomes a problem when then try to force their religion into the science class.