Morning!
I have a quick question for John Paul. I have read some of the ID literature concerning baraminology, but keep coming up against a problem. To wit, how are the "discontinuities" between the various levels of classification determined/defined?
In the current Linnean classification system, both morphology and genetics are used to make assignments, and even then the system breaks down occasionally - especially when you are dealing with fossils. A lot of "classical" (i.e., morphology) systematics relies basically on the individual experience and ability of the taxonomist. Do you have any insight into how the "baraminologists" (if there is such a word) might resolve these issues? If there is no hard-and-fast way (beyond biblical interpretation) to determine the discontinuities/barriers, why would anyone adopt baraminology over the (relatively) effective Linnean system?
Thanks.
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