In recognition of upcoming Mother’s Day, this is the second in a trio of letters I received from three young men who come from Muslim, Jewish and Hindu backgrounds respectively. Note: Letter writers’ names are changed to protect their privacy. Hi Richard, Writing to you here as someone who grew up strictly orthodox. Not only [...]
Ask Richard: Atheist Sons and Their Mothers, Part 2 of 3: The Jewish Apostate
May 8, 2013 By 7 Comments
Ask Richard: Atheist Sons and Their Mothers Part 1 of 3: The Muslim Apostate
May 6, 2013 By 5 Comments
In recognition of upcoming Mother’s Day, this is the first of a trio of letters I received from three different young men who come from Muslim, Jewish, and Hindu backgrounds respectively. Note: Letter writers’ names are changed to protect their privacy. Dear Richard, I am 22 years old, and I have deeply religious Muslim parents [...]
Dan Barker and Jerry DeWitt in Chicago
April 27, 2013 By 6 Comments
The Ethical Humanist Society of Chicago will play host to former preachers Dan Barker and Jerry DeWitt on Saturday, May 11th:
Because this event is expected to draw a lot of people, you may want to purchase your tickets early. I’m looking forward to it!
Why You Should Wear Your Atheism on Your Sleeve
April 23, 2013 By 32 Comments
American Atheists President Dave Silverman recently filmed a segment for Chris Johnson‘s multimedia book about atheists and what gives them joy and meaning in life.
In the segment below, Silverman talks about how there’s good reason for already-out atheists to be public about their lack of faith:
(via The Atheist Book)
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