Excellent bout on Intelligent Design vs. Darwin at the AEI yesterday morning. Vigorous but cordial. Larry Arnhart (“Darwinian Conservatism”) was eloquent for Darwin, John West (“Darwin’s Conservatives: The Misguided Quest”) was eloquent against him, George Gilder was metaphysical, and I was my irresistibly charming and persuasive self. Thanks to all who made the event possible.

I not only had good argumentative fun, also renewed acquaintance with some old AEI pals, notably Sally Satel, who is looking great, thanks to Virginia Postrel, one of whose kidneys Sally now owns.