Monthly Archives: March 2011

National Ask An Atheist Day

Posted on March 19, 2011 by Guest Contributor

Last month, members of the Secular Student Alliance affiliate at the University of Illinois set up a table on their quad. A sign on it invited people to “Ask an Atheist” anything. The members sat there ready to answer any … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Secular Student Alliance | 20 Comments

Another Twist on Coexisting

Posted on March 18, 2011 by Guest Contributor

You already know about the “classic” Coexist bumper sticker: I’ve posted about an atheist alternative to it: But I just found out there’s a version of it just for Chicagoans: I suppose if Cubs and White Sox fans can coexist, … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Humor | 15 Comments

That Office Better be Glowing

Posted on March 18, 2011 by Guest Contributor

It’s bad enough that some politicians waste taxpayer money on pet projects… but you won’t believe what Coun. Michael Thompson did in his first act in office: Toronto city hall watchers are raising questions after Coun. Michael Thompson paid a … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Politics | 20 Comments

Is Eating Meat Compatible with Humanism?

Posted on March 18, 2011 by Guest Contributor

There’s a debate on whether veganism is truly Humanistic taking place at the Humanist Network News. I’m betting none of you have an opinion on this. Jason Torpy presents Team Vegan: Humanist values, as I understand them, put a premium … Continue reading →

Posted in General | 163 Comments

Giles County Parent Offers a New Way to Break the law

Posted on March 18, 2011 by Guest Contributor

I thought the controversy over a Ten Commandments display in Giles County, Virginia public schools was finally over… The school board wanted to push Christianity into the public sphere. The Freedom From Religion Foundation threatened to sue. The board changed … Continue reading →

Posted in Education, General, Lawsuits, Politics | 29 Comments

Why Would Anyone Pay Attention?

Posted on March 18, 2011 by Guest Contributor

I know this Non Sequitur strip is supposed to be about television “pundits” like Glenn Beck… … but all I see is a preacher. (via Reddit)

Posted in General, Humor | 13 Comments

Ask Richard: Why Should I Capitalize the Word “God”?

Posted on March 17, 2011 by richard wade

Hi Richard, I have a quick and simple question for you. Since you do not believe in god, why do you capitalize “God” in your texts? I share many of the same beliefs/ideals as you, therefore not seeing a reason … Continue reading →

Posted in Advice, General, Richard Wade | 113 Comments

To All the Lurkers…

Posted on March 17, 2011 by Guest Contributor

It’s been a while since I’ve done this and I think a lot of you have only started reading this site in the past year… … All new commenters have to be approved/moderated by me. After that happens, you’re free … Continue reading →

Posted in General | 316 Comments

The Jesus Madness Bracket

Posted on March 16, 2011 by Guest Contributor

Who do you have going all the way in your bracket? I have my money on May 21st, 2011, but Ted Haggard always knows how to stage a comeback… I wonder what the women’s bracket looks like… (via American Jesus)

Posted in General, Humor, Sports | 19 Comments

God is No Loving Father

Posted on March 16, 2011 by Guest Contributor

Edward Tarte gives the rational, realistic, sensible, atheist take on the Japanese earthquake/tsunami (and any “loving” god who would allow this to happen… or cause it in the first place): Edward definitely speaks for me in that video. You too?

Posted in General | 25 Comments