Monthly Archives: February 2010

Get Rid of of DADT

Posted on February 10, 2010 by Guest Contributor

It’s off-topic, but it’s the best explanation I’ve read about why Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell needs to be repealed, courtesy of Andrew Sullivan: Rich [Lowry] says that it’s no big deal to live hiding one’s sexual orientation. If you’re straight, … Continue reading →

Posted in General, GLBT, Military Atheists | 26 Comments

What’s the Link Between Morality and Religion?

Posted on February 10, 2010 by Guest Contributor

We already knew this was true, but it’s nice to have some numbers behind it. An article in the journal Trends in Cognitive Sciences suggests, among other things, that morality and religion are not linked up as the Christian Right … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Politics | 23 Comments

Should an Atheist Take the Christian Job?

Posted on February 10, 2010 by Guest Contributor

A reader — let’s call her Atheist Amy — has been out of work for a while. She’s two months past due on her mortgage, so it’s important she find work quickly. Turns out she has a lead on a … Continue reading →

Posted in Advice, General | 78 Comments

The Filipino Freethinkers Film Festival 2010

Posted on February 9, 2010 by Guest Contributor

It’s really hard to get college atheists and local atheist groups to get a giant group together for much of anything. So when a couple hundred get together, anywhere, I’m paying attention. They’re doing that in the Philippines this weekend, … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Pop Culture, Secular Student Alliance | 3 Comments

Sex and Atheism by Greta Christina

Posted on February 9, 2010 by Guest Contributor

Blogger/Writer Greta Christina recently spoke in Indiana (for the Society of Non-Theists at Purdue University) about atheism and sexuality. Jen says the event went very well: I actually think one of the best parts was the Q&A at the end, … Continue reading →

Posted in General, GLBT, Love, Secular Student Alliance | 12 Comments

Ask Richard: I Want to Officially Leave the Catholic Church

Posted on February 9, 2010 by richard wade

Note: When letter writers sign with their first names instead of a pseudonym or nickname, I randomly change their name for added anonymity. Dear Richard, I was baptized Catholic when I was a baby, so obviously I had no say … Continue reading →

Posted in Advice, Atheist Demographics, Coming Out, General, Richard Wade | 33 Comments

Are They *Mocking* Us?

Posted on February 9, 2010 by Guest Contributor

Curse you, Toothpaste For Dinner: I’m going to find you in my Prius and teach you a lesson.

Posted in General, Humor | 15 Comments

Darwin Day in New Orleans

Posted on February 9, 2010 by Guest Contributor

New Orleans is on a roll this week! It’s not just a place for Mardi Gras and the Saints; it’s a place where secular values are being honored by the local government. In 2005, Mayor Ray Nagin proclaimed May 5th … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Science | 7 Comments

A Yelp for Churches

Posted on February 8, 2010 by Guest Contributor

Jim Henderson is the man who “bought my soul” on eBay a few years ago. The reason he bid on my auction in the first place is because he loved the idea of “unchurched” people going to church and sharing … Continue reading →

Posted in Atheist/Christian Cooperation, Churches, General | 7 Comments

A Video Plea to a Young Believer

Posted on February 8, 2010 by Guest Contributor

A. Hughman has made a video that is a plea to young believers. It doesn’t ask that they become atheists — he has a different goal in mind: I love the video. My worry, though, is that many young Christians … Continue reading →

Posted in General | 14 Comments