Greg,
I live in neither location-where there is little exposure to non-evolution theories-so, it is not an issue. I have no notion as to who believes what in my neighbourhood, and I suspect my neighbours feel the same-regardless, it never seems to get in ones way or face.I almost never hear the religion topic being raised in the workplace, at functions, or, in fact, elsewhere.

In China and India, a huge percent of the worlds people have some wacky ideas (in my opinon) that go against scientific reasoning. I could stay awake and fret about it-with little actual impact. I dont know about you, but, pete believing odd things about the age of the world wont keep me from sleeping-and I doubt that it would change things much if I did. Personally, as one who is not attached to any religion, I cant fathom how the issue of religion stirs up so much emotion with individuals on either side. But, I guess it has followed this pattern for a long time in history, and will be with us for a long time-and likely be so to the end.