We need to use Quantum Entanglement (what Einstien called "spooky action at a distance"). Seems like if we can just get one side of an entangled pair there, then entanglement could get info to us faster. (But probably not, I guess ... that might cause all kinds of time paradoxes and stuff ... oh well).

Yes, these are the pointy-haired managers we all work for.

Well, to an extent I agree with you. However, there is one hole in this argument. To hear the way you just stated it, and the way Dawkins states it, there should be evolved life forms EVERYWHERE. I mean, it is so almost guaranteed to happen given enough (billions) years. Therefore, we should see life forms on the surface of the sun that are uniquely adapted to live there. Also, in the vacuum of space. And certainly most planets. So where are all the life forms? You have to admit, that question presents a challenge for your position.