Monthly Archives: December 2011

Christians Lose Nativity Scene Display Spots to Atheists

What happens when a local government allows groups to put up holiday displays on public property? They can’t legally favor one group over another, so they have to be fair about doling out spaces. In Santa Monica, California, 21 display … Continue reading

Posted in General, Politics, War on Christmas | 134 Comments

A Change for Foundation Beyond Belief

Last month, the board of directors of the Foundation Beyond Belief (including me) met in Chicago to discuss the future of the organization, both immediate and long-term. One of the major issues we talked about was the number of charities … Continue reading

Posted in Atheist Generosity, General | 27 Comments

Dali’s Watchmaker

Welcome back to Webcomic Wednesdays. I find that the best way to deconstruct an argument like Paley’s Watchmaker is to analyze every detail.  For instance, “Who designed this watchmaker?” or “What am I doing in a desert?”  

Posted in General, Humor | 8 Comments

Every Time a Christian Complains About an Atheist Billboard…

Posted in General, Humor | 42 Comments

Debunking Santa Is Just Practice for God

As Christmas approaches, many atheist parents might be wondering if they should tell their young children about the infamous obese man in a red velvet suit, who goes around the world (overnight) in a flying sleigh pulled by reindeer, slides … Continue reading

Posted in Atheist Parenting, General | 58 Comments

Walter Reed Bible Banning Caper

Google “Walter Reed bans Bibles,” and you’ll find a long list of sensational articles lamenting the decision of Walter Reed officials to “ban” Bibles.  The rhetoric has it that Walter Reed officials were attempting to prevent families from bringing Bibles … Continue reading

Posted in General, Military Atheists, Politics | 25 Comments

Yep, This Will Make Everything Better…

You know that whole “Don’t Be a Dick” thing? This is the sort of thing it’s referring to: Alright, let’s get some things out of the way. Is American Atheists president Dave Silverman talking about Islam (and not all Muslims)? … Continue reading

Posted in General | 169 Comments

This Bible Would Be Kinda Awesome…

Bibles get better every year, don’t they? (Thanks to Travis for the link!)

Posted in General, Humor | 7 Comments

Are ‘One in Four’ People Really Atheists?

As of this week, the Seattle Atheists have four different ads circulating on twelve buses throughout the city proclaiming that “1 in 4 is an atheist“: I love the look of the ads… but I cannot figure out where they’re … Continue reading

Posted in Atheist Advertising, Atheist Demographics, General | 117 Comments

How to Decorate Your Tree Like a Good Atheist

Because I’m cheap frugal, I’ve never had a Christmas tree since coming to adulthood. While I haven’t missed it, I know that some people just aren’t willing to have a winter season without their holiday decorations. But, as an atheist, … Continue reading

Posted in General, Humor, War on Christmas | 71 Comments