It’s a simple question with a simple answer: Do you accept the theory of evolution? Please explain. The correct answer: Of course I accept evolution, just as every thinking person should. The scientific evidence points to evolution as the best explanation for all the diversity of life on Earth and there is no credible alternative. [...]
The Candidates for Governor of Illinois and Their Views on Evolution
December 29, 2009 By 33 Comments
Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels Knows Nothing About Atheism
December 26, 2009 By 23 Comments
Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels is a Presbyterian who thinks “the purpose of life is ‘to glorify God and enjoy Him forever’.” Those are mistaken priorities and a scary thought when you consider he’s in charge of the entire state. I was almost willing to give him the benefit of the doubt, though, when I read [...]
Illinois Comptroller Candidate William J. Kelly Vandalizes Atheist Sign
December 23, 2009 By 29 Comments
The Freedom From Religion Foundation had put this sign up in front of the Illinois Capitol building in Springfield: It turns out a conservative candidate for Illinois comptroller, William J. Kelly, was offended by the idea that anyone could disagree with him so he tried to take matters into his own hands: William J. Kelly [...]
Cruel Prayer in the Senate
December 23, 2009 By 35 Comments
by Jesse Galef – Just when I think things can’t get crazier at the intersection of church and state, Senator Colburn decides to prove me wrong. This started out as a heartless political ploy and turned into something far worse. In the razor-thin supermajority in favor of the healthcare reform bill, every vote counts. When [...]
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