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As Arizona debates LGBTQ rights, American Atheists prepares for CPAC
By Chris Stedman — February 26, 2014
Despite being disallowed from having a booth, American Atheists has pledged to attend CPAC, citing a desire to bring politically conservative atheists into their organization. Does this align with their pro-LGBTQ statements?
5 reasons atheists shouldn’t call religion a mental illness
By Chris Stedman — February 24, 2014
A number of prominent atheists have equated religion with mental illness. Here are five reasons atheists should avoid this problematic parallel.
Santeria, Scientology, Satanism — oh my! Atheist author explores minority religions
By Chris Stedman — February 20, 2014
How much do you know about Santeria, Scientology, or Satanism? Atheist author Dr. Karen Stollznow tells RNS why all people, religious and nonreligious alike, need to learn about minority religions.
As atheist TV characters increase, here are 5 of the best
By Chris Stedman — February 17, 2014
'True Detective' and 'The Good Wife' are putting atheist characters in the spotlight. To celebrate the rise of atheists on TV, here are five of the best nontheist TV characters from the last five years.
Can atheists and theists intermarry? A Valentine’s Day question for Susan Katz Miller
By Chris Stedman — February 12, 2014
The very idea of marrying across religious lines presents a challenge to many atheists, agnostics, and nonreligious people—with some suggesting that atheists and theists may seriously struggle in dating, marrying, or raising children together. 'Being Both' author Susan Katz Miller shares her thoughts.
Should atheists proselytize? Thoughts on ‘The Young Atheist’s Handbook’
By Chris Stedman — February 11, 2014
"Twenty years ago I believed, as Shaha believes, that the world would be kinder and saner with more atheists," writes Daniel Loxton. "I don’t believe that anymore."
Interview: Agnostic filmmaker Morgan Spurlock goes ‘Inside’ Sunday Assembly
By Chris Stedman — February 8, 2014
Morgan Spurlock of 'Super Size Me' and 'Inside Man' speaks with RNS about his agnosticism and why he is hosting Nashville's "godless congregation" Sunday Assembly affiliate.
On Bill Nye, Ken Ham, and talking to those we disagree with
By Chris Stedman — February 5, 2014
When I first heard that Bill Nye and Ken Ham would be debating evolution and creationism at the Creation Museum, I thought it was a big mistake. But as the Nye-Ham debate set the Internet ablaze, I couldn’t help but think of one of the only people I know who has actually visited the Creation Museum.
Nonreligious comedian tries to understand faith: An interview with Zach Anner
By Chris Stedman — February 4, 2014
Host of the popular SoulPancake web series 'Have a Little Faith' talks to RNS about his religious upbringing, what he learned about love from a gay Quaker, and trying to understand faith as a nonreligious comedian.
Can atheists be spiritual? Sam Harris reignites long-running debate
By Chris Stedman — January 30, 2014
With the impending publication of 'Waking Up' by Sam Harris, many in the atheist community will debate whether it makes sense for atheists to use the word 'spirituality.' But this isn't the first time this debate has come up in recent years.
Can you be a Jewish atheist? Ask this Humanist Rabbi
By Chris Stedman — January 27, 2014
Can you be a Jewish atheist? It depends on who you ask.
First U.S. atheist university chaplain: a legacy of kindness
By Chris Stedman — January 23, 2014
Tom was a trailblazer—an openly gay man working as a professional atheist in a time when both of those things were far more stigmatized than they are today, he founded the Humanist Chaplaincy in 1974 as a home for Harvard’s atheist, agnostic, and nonreligious students.
Atheists launch MLK Day of Service in Flagstaff
By Chris Stedman — January 19, 2014
For what is likely the first time ever, a group of nontheists have founded a citywide Martin Luther King, Jr. (MLK) Day of Service. Here's how a group of atheists and agnostics launched Flagstaff, Arizona's first MLK Day of Service.
Atheists debate: Can Christians support LGBTQ rights? Part 2
By Chris Stedman — January 16, 2014
With marriage equality efforts in Oklahoma, Utah, and elsewhere making headlines this month, the intersection of LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer) rights and religion has been a hot topic of discussion among atheists. Two atheists debate whether Christians can be LGBTQ allies. (Part 2)
Atheists debate: Can Christians support LGBTQ rights? Part 1
By Chris Stedman — January 16, 2014
With marriage equality efforts in Oklahoma, Utah, and elsewhere making headlines this month, the intersection of LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer) rights and religion has been a hot topic of discussion among atheists. Two atheists debate whether Christians can be LGBTQ allies. (Part 1)
