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.
I recently wrote an editorial for the Greeley Tribune to rebut a letter written by a local minister. The first … Continue reading Christian Nationalism is Dangerous, un-American and un-Constitutional
Many people in America equate Christianity and being Christian with being good, honorable, moral, righteous, and emotionally healthy. A “Christian … Continue reading Pernicious Pillars of Christianity
A compilation of wisdom from my friend Jim Smith. The greatest enemy of knowledge is not ignorance, it is … Continue reading Compilation of wisdom
Prejudice, bigotry, discrimination, and hate crimes are becoming more public. When our nation was founded, many colonies had theocratic laws … Continue reading Religion as Discrimination
Is homosexuality a sin? A defect? A choice? An illness? Something that can be “cured”? That’s what a current movie … Continue reading Boy Erased
I really like a comment by Dr. Valerie Tarico in a recent article: “Today some devout Catholics and quiver-full … Continue reading Birth Control and Gluttony
Religionists often claim that religion is charitable while atheists, agnostics, etc. are not. While that is clearly not true, religious … Continue reading Nonbelief Relief
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
A Progressive World What would the world be like if we committed ourselves to the progressive values found in all … Continue reading What Could the World Be Like? Part 2
Progressive vs Conservative Many Americas are in a spiritual crisis in the most church-going nation in the world. Many people … Continue reading What Could the World Be Like? Part 1
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