Monthly Archives: July 2010

The Shirley Sherrod Incident Underscores Our Lack of Critical Thinking

Posted on July 22, 2010 by Guest Contributor

Here’s Blair Scott, of American Atheists, referring to the Shirley Sherrod incident: Critical thinking skills and the ability to use rational thought are vital to the survival of the species. We saw that break down this week as every politician … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Politics | 24 Comments

Should Burkas, Niqabs, and Hijabs Be Banned?

Posted on July 22, 2010 by Guest Contributor

Here’s your brief lesson in Islamic fashion (via The Islamic Standard and the BBC): And here’s the big question right now: Should Muslim women be allowed to wear burkas, niqabs, and hijabs? It’s possible your answer is Yes — Muslim … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Politics | 148 Comments

One More Thing About Women in the Catholic Church…

Posted on July 21, 2010 by Guest Contributor

After hearing about the Catholic Church’s recent misogynistic declaration that female ordination is in the “same category of crime under church law as clerical sex abuse of minors,” the Denver Post‘s Mike Keefe drew this: I don’t know whether to … Continue reading →

Posted in Churches, General | 17 Comments

Southside (of Chicago) Atheists Meetup in August

Posted on July 21, 2010 by Guest Contributor

There’s a meetup next month on the south side of Chicago for anyone who might be in the area: Where: Jenny’s SteakHouse (20 Kansas Street Frankfort, IL 60423) When: Friday, August 13th, 6:00-11:00 p.m. You can just show up, but … Continue reading →

Posted in General | 4 Comments

For Those of You Attending Comic-Con…

Posted on July 21, 2010 by Guest Contributor

Fred Phelps’ Westboro Baptist Church will be picketing outside Comic-Con in San Diego Thursday afternoon from 1:15 -2:00 p.m. You may be asking: Why? Are you kidding?! If these people would spend even some of the energy that they spend … Continue reading →

Posted in General, GLBT, Pop Culture | 37 Comments

Why Are Any Women Still Catholic?

Posted on July 21, 2010 by Guest Contributor

The Catholic Church has issued a declaration which puts “female ordination in same category of crime under church law as clerical sex abuse of minors.” [Insert your own joke about how that means the Church will simply ignore it.] But … Continue reading →

Posted in Churches, General | 54 Comments

Is Liberal Religion Really Part of the Problem?

Posted on July 21, 2010 by cat

Hi Friendly Atheist friends! Mike Clawson here. I know it’s been forever since I’ve posted (that’s the problem with graduate school – it doesn’t leave you much time to write anything not class related), but I recently came across an … Continue reading →

Posted in Atheist/Christian Cooperation, Mike Clawson | 224 Comments

Note to Wichita: There’s No Prayer at City Council Meetings

Posted on July 21, 2010 by Guest Contributor

Vickie Sandell Stangl, the president of the Great Plains (Kansas) Chapter of Americans United for Separation of Church and State, gave a godless invocation before a meeting of the Wichita City Council recently. Believe it or not, some council members … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Politics | 34 Comments

A Perfect Baby Prison

Posted on July 20, 2010 by Guest Contributor

To survive, he must eat his way out: Who needs a crib, anyway? (via Cynical-C Blog)

Posted in Babies, General, Humor | 18 Comments

ABC News Airs Segment About North Carolina Atheist Billboard

Posted on July 20, 2010 by Guest Contributor

In a matter of days, there were two different segments on ABC about atheism. First, we had the horrible, embarrassing, people-should-be-fired-if-they-think-this-is-journalism piece on Nightline. And last night, Diane Sawyer discussed the “One Nation Indivisible” billboards in Asheville, North Carolina. Strangely, … Continue reading →

Posted in Atheist Advertising, General, Politics | 34 Comments