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August 10, 2016
The Hand We’re Dealt: On Fairness and Progress
To achieve justice, we have to start with the hand we have been dealt.
August 02, 2016
The Virtues of Not Taking One’s Views Too Seriously
When we take ourselves too seriously, the joke is on us.
July 2016
July 30, 2016
Can We Stop Getting Worked Up Over “Belief”?
Everyone, take a deep breath. It is okay to believe.
July 29, 2016
The Sheer Audacity of Conservapedia
It takes some real chutzpah to be this dishonest.
July 25, 2016
A Quick Primer On Illinois and Secular Celebrants
Confused about this secular celebrant stuff? Here are some answers.
July 22, 2016
The Gauntlet Is Down: Our Fight Over Illinois Marriage Law
How the fight is moving forward on Illinois and secular celebrants.
July 22, 2016
Don’t Say It: An Open Letter to Hillary Clinton and the Democratic Party
A modest proposal for the Democratic Party convention.
July 20, 2016
Yes, We Should Consider Some Things Sacred
Think nothing is sacred? Not so fast.
July 18, 2016
6 Reasons Why We Don’t Engage in Dialogue
There are some things we have to get over to make dialogue possible.
July 15, 2016
Jill Stein’s Pseudoscience Dog Whistles
Stein isn't anti-vaccine or pro-homeopathy, but her position is bad enough.
July 13, 2016
Hillary Clinton and the Radical Power of Listening
Maybe there is still a revolution to be had.
July 11, 2016
Grasp the Joy, Crush the Suffering
We need an approach that accounts for both joy and injustice.
July 07, 2016
I Stand With Those Who Decry Bigotry
It's time to stand up against bigotry in the atheist community.
July 07, 2016
Christians and Atheists Aren’t As Morally Different As They Think
Do atheists and Christians really understand each other's moral values?
July 05, 2016
I Don’t Have to Change Your Mind
Someone is wrong somewhere...and I feel fine.
July 01, 2016
If There’s No Room, Carve Out a Space
If there's no room for your voice, make room.
June 2016
June 28, 2016
Stop Asking Atheists How They Find Meaning
It might be time to stop taking this question so seriously.
June 27, 2016
Finding Common Ground on Our Own Turf
There are bridges to be built at home, too.
June 22, 2016
In Defense of “Secular Ministry”
The idea of secular ministry really isn't as bad as you might think.
June 17, 2016
Leaving Religion Is an Act of Rebellion — and That’s a Good Thing
For the deconvert, there's a common accusation that might actually have some truth to it.
June 14, 2016
When Words Are Simply Not Enough
In the wake of such a tragedy, what I really want is just to listen.
June 09, 2016
Isn’t This Enough?
Plenty of things are good enough without bringing in religion.
June 06, 2016
Love Needs No Words
Dangerous things can happen when we decide to define love on our terms.
June 02, 2016
Why Death is Hard and Must Be Faced
When my mother asked me what hope I could give to the grieving, she wasn't...
May 2016
May 31, 2016
More Than Ever, We Need Secular Weddings — and Celebrants
Everyone wins when we support secular wedding ceremonies -- and secular celebrants.
May 25, 2016
Open Thread: Zombie Myths That Need to Die
What persistent myths need to be put out of their misery?
May 24, 2016
I’d Walk Through Hell for You
Sometimes, when you lose a doctrine, you win.
May 20, 2016
Actually, It’s About Ethics in Atheist Journalism
If the secular movement wants to do some soul-searching, there's one really good place to...
May 20, 2016
A Challenging Existence: A Conversation with Kate Gladstone
What do you do when your very existence challenges the beliefs of others?
May 18, 2016
Catch Me on the Life After God Podcast
Look, Ma, I'm on a podcast!
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