Fear-based religious blindness

Fear-based religious blindness

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On this day in 1633: Because of his belief that the Earth revolves around the Sun, Galileo leaves his home of Florence, Italy, to face the Inquisition in Rome. And in 2006: American Christian fundamentalism has degenerated to an entity wishing a return to the Dark Ages, when religion actually controlled government, society and the minds of the masses. It is a movement dependent on the fears and ingrained hatreds of its followers, exploiting emotions and ignorance to further its…

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Bush Doesn’t Know Abramoff?

Bush Doesn’t Know Abramoff?

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White House spokesliar Scott McClellan claims Bush doesn’t really know Jack Abramoff, who only met with administration staff two or three times. He won’t even say whether they were senior staff meetings. Ha! Bush knows Abramoff. See this and this and this, and this.

Chalcedon Quiz

Chalcedon Quiz

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“It is an heretic that makes the fire, Not she which burns in ‘t.” William Shakespeare, “The Winter’s Tale” (2.3.114-5) Are You a Heretic? Nobody expects the American Inquisition! When I saw this quiz, I wondered how I’d score. You scored as Chalcedon compliant. You are Chalcedon compliant. Congratulations, you’re not a heretic. You believe that Jesus is truly God and truly man and like us in every respect, apart from sin. Officially approved in 451. Chalcedon compliant 67% Pelagianism…

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RPG Class Quiz

RPG Class Quiz

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Mystic Theurge 22% Combativeness, 33% Sneakiness, 82% Intellect, 52% Spirituality Brilliant and spiritual! You are a Mystic Theurge! Score! You have a prestige class. A prestige class can only be taken after you’ve fulfilled certain requirements. This may mean that you’re an exceptionally talented person, but it probably doesn’t. The Mystic Theurge is a combination of a cleric and a mage. They can cast both arcane and divine spells, and are good at both, making them pretty terrifying on the…

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Talking Points Against Same-Sex Marriage

Talking Points Against Same-Sex Marriage

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Have you seen these slight variations on some of the theocratic talking points against same-sex marriage? I laughed – I’m straight but not narrow. 1. Being gay is not natural. And as you know Americans have always rejected unnatural things like eyeglasses, polyester, and air conditioning. 2. Gay marriage will encourage people to be gay, in the same way that hanging around tall people will make you tall. 3. Legalizing gay marriage will open the door to all kinds of…

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Take Action – Call Senators to Oppose Alito

Take Action – Call Senators to Oppose Alito

Call your senators today to voice your opposition to Alito. His record and his support for executive powers (at the expense of the other two branches of government) pose a threat to our rights and our future. Still not sure? Read this: Alito’s Record As research continues into Judge Samuel Alito’s extensive record, here are some of his most troubling opinions: 1. Privacy: In dissent, Alito would have upheld the strip search of a mother and her ten-year old daughter,…

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