Monthly Archives: April 2011

Ricky Gervais’ Easter Message

Posted on April 17, 2011 by Guest Contributor

The Wall Street Journal knows exactly what to do when there’s a religious holiday coming up: Have Ricky Gervais write an article about it. It worked incredibly well last Christmas, and now he’s back for Easter. This time, he’s talking … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Humor | 24 Comments

Christian Complains About Atheist Students at a High School

Posted on April 16, 2011 by Guest Contributor

I don’t know why Jameel Naqvi or his editor at the Daily Herald feel this is worthy of a news article at all… but since it’s on their site, let’s talk about it. It’s another example of how crazy the … Continue reading →

Posted in Education, General, Secular Student Alliance | 29 Comments

Are All Christian Movies Bad?

Posted on April 16, 2011 by Guest Contributor

Andrew O’Hehir at Salon wonders why Christian movies like the recent “Soul Surfer” are incredibly lame: But do Christian-themed movies really have to be so bad?… Believe me, I have learned, over and over again, that ordinary moviegoers, a lot … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Pop Culture | 70 Comments

Appeals Court Rules Against FFRF in National Day of Prayer Case

Posted on April 16, 2011 by Guest Contributor

You knew it was too good to last. Last year, the Freedom From Religion Foundation won a lawsuit which declared the National Day of Prayer unconstitutional. It was the correct decision, but a surprising one, nonetheless. U.S. District Judge Barbara … Continue reading →

Posted in FFRF, General, Lawsuits, Politics | 23 Comments

I’m On Freethought Radio This Weekend

Posted on April 16, 2011 by Guest Contributor

For those of you in Madison, WI who still listen to the radio, I’ll be appearing on Freethought Radio (The Mic 92.1) Saturday morning at 11:00a! For those of you who prefer podcasts, it’ll be up at the Freedom From … Continue reading →

Posted in General | 4 Comments

Maybe Religion’s Not That Bad…?

Posted on April 15, 2011 by Guest Contributor

In case you missed This American Life this week, there was a really interesting story by David Ellis Dickerson. (It begins around the 8:38 mark.) David had “rejected the evangelical Christianity of his family” but was now coming home to … Continue reading →

Posted in Atheist/Christian Cooperation, General, Pop Culture | 27 Comments

Ten Commandments Display Rejected in Louisiana

Posted on April 15, 2011 by Guest Contributor

The Rapides Parish Police Jury did something right this week when they voted against putting the Ten Commandments in the parish courthouse. The motion failed Monday by a 6-3 vote… “I’m comfortable with what we did,” said District F Juror … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Politics | 9 Comments

Joy Behar Is One Confused Atheist…

Posted on April 15, 2011 by Guest Contributor

Does Joy Behar have any idea what she believes? if you watch this (otherwise pleasant and civil) interview with Father Edward Beck, you get the impression she’s confused about religion, atheism, and everything in between. Things start to get weird … Continue reading →

Posted in General, Pop Culture | 39 Comments

Catholic Group Refuses to Take Part in Panel Discussion on LGBT Issues

Posted on April 14, 2011 by Guest Contributor

I recently got an email from a student at the University of Illinois who’s helping put together a panel discussion called “Religion and the LGBT Community.” The plan is to have representatives from different faiths answer questions about homosexuality in … Continue reading →

Posted in Education, General, GLBT | 43 Comments

A New DeBaptismal Certificate

Posted on April 14, 2011 by Guest Contributor

If you’re wondering what to get your atheist friend for her next birthday (or whatever), here’s an idea: the Freedom From Religion Foundation is now offering fancy, frameable, embossed DeBaptismal certificates! The certificate reads: “I, having been subjected to a … Continue reading →

Posted in FFRF, General | 29 Comments