We sometimes need to take a step back and remember why we argue for and against some positions non-theistic. Here is a good article by Faz Rana showing why we argue against evolution and what our motivation behind it should be:
Why Argue about Evolution?
Does Deb have a point? Does the creation-evolution controversy detract us from more weighty concerns? I would say no. In fact, I assert that our concern about humanity’s social ills and our planet’s environmental catastrophes-and our motivation to act-are deeply connected to what we think about human origins. Let me explain.