Progressive, rational, logical, evidence-based essays on religion, politics and social issues. And a psychologist’s exploration of how people decide what to believe, what is true, how to think critically, and how to avoid false conclusions, phony ideas, mistaken beliefs, and other BS.
A progressive, rational, logical, evidence-based point of view on religion, science, psychology, politics, and social issues. And a psychologist’s exploration … Continue reading “I would rather live with unanswered questions than unquestioned answers.” Valerie Tarico.com
Reducing violence in America is difficult and complex. We have to face facts to make progress. We have more guns … Continue reading Vanquishing Violence
Although violence throughout the world has decreased over several centuries, in America it remains so prevalent that we may take … Continue reading The Secret Source of American Violence
President Trump claims that NFL athletes dishonor America, our flag, our national anthem, and our military when they kneel or … Continue reading Dishonoring America
Religionists often claim that religion is charitable while atheists, agnostics, etc. are not. While that is clearly not true, religious … Continue reading Nonbelief Relief
Someone recently defended white nationalists at Charlottesville by claiming they do not want to hurt people of other races, they … Continue reading Defending White Nationalists
Many people hide their lack of religious beliefs on surveys. When people are asked their religious affiliation, even in anonymous … Continue reading Atheists are Your Friends
The removal of monuments to Civil War confederates is perfectly right and just and long overdue. The Confederates were treasonous … Continue reading Dear Confederates, You Lost!
