Why do evolutionists hate creationism?

Answer 1

The reaction of societies to creationism is a complex one. While in itself creationism might have been just another subculture of various mainstream religions, the fanaticism with which creationists oppose the advancement of science and education through political means has caused a reactionary response in the more scientifically literate part of the populations of Western countries. One might idealistically claim to be opposed to creationist activism rather than to creationism itself, but the human mind is usually not that subtle, often resulting in a hateful stance towards the entirety of everything to do with creationism.

Answer 2

opinion:

Creationism is ridiculed because it would turn people's world upside-down. Suddenly they'd be responsible to God and expected to obey Him.

Also:

1) Peer influence. The few religious believers in any given group may be subject to various forms of ostracism.

2) Convenience; desires. No one wants "bothersome" rules, or limitations to their personal pleasure. We see how lack of self-discipline has led to epidemic obesity, drunkenness, divorce rates, violence etc.

3) Lack of proper information. People have inaccurate notions about God, religion and belief. They've picked up tidbits, jokes, and "sound-bites," and on such solid authority they dismiss the entire topic.

4) Unfortunate experiences. Many have had personal hardships, or a harsh religious upbringing or education, and as a consequence may retain an unhappy feeling towards belief, without realizing that emotions and proofs are two different things.

5) Many think that science, and specifically Evolution, have proved that there is no God. They don't comprehend that even if Evolution was an unquestionable fact, it would not automatically follow that God isn't there. They also seem unaware that there are a significant number of highly-qualified scientists who do not believe in Evolution.

6) Many people have simply never delved into the subject, to see if God's existence can be convincingly demonstrated.

7) Stereotyping. People call us "religious nuts," "Bible-thumpers," etc.; so the average layperson may get a negative feeling toward all belief, not realizing that he/she should first look into the existence of God in principle, before necessarily looking into religion.

See also:

Is there evidence for Creation?

Can you show that God exists?

Seeing God's wisdom

Answer 3

For most people, scientific theory is not part of their ordinary lives but, if asked to discuss our origins, would say that humans evolved. This does not mean they "hate creationism" but merely that they see no place for it in their belief systems.

It is interesting that some proponents of creationism see creationism as synonymous with belief in God, as if acceptance of evolutionary science means that God demonstrably does not exist. That is their view, not the view of people who reject creationism as a meaningful alternative.