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Pell fears Anti-discrimination is impacting on religious freedom

Sean the Blogonaut — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 06:05:04 -0000

Speaking at the Australian Christian Lobby, Cardinal Pell pushed the notion that Anti-Discrimination politics is impinging on freedom of religion. According to some commentators Pell: …not only spoke eloquently, but convincingly of religious freedom in Australia. Pulling no punches, he unequivocally established the serious ... ----- By Sean for Sean the Blogonaut. Posted on November 22nd, 2009 at 6:05 AM. Read the full article here: http://galink.us/xaih1/

Not Always Perfect

Redheaded Skeptic — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 05:00:26 -0000

I can be a real bitch sometimes, and I know it. Im not proud of it, but dont think that with all my stories that I think for a second that I am always innocent and always a victim. It used to be that way, to me anyways I bet Bob would disagree, and strongly, [...] ----- By Laura for Redheaded Skeptic. Posted on November 22nd, 2009 at 5:00 AM. Read the full article here: http://galink.us/xaih3/

Atheism – A Life Without Imaginary Friends

Proud Atheists — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 04:45:30 -0000

I really like the message behind this video. I too, grow tired of reading the false assumptions and accusations from people who dont understand atheism. It must hard to get their heads around the fact that not everyone needs a deity of some sort and still retain a high standard of morality without [...] ----- By Mark for Proud Atheists. Posted on November 22nd, 2009 at 4:45 AM. Read the full article here: http://galink.us/xaiho/

The saddest thing I ever saw...

House of Pancakes — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 04:37:00 -0000

I went back to where the IIG Preliminary for Anita Ikonen took place (she failed) to see if there was anyone left in the chat, hours later. There wasn't but the last thing that I saw was this.10:31 ustreamer-15131: Hello anyone still out here! This is Anita Ikonen/VFF!10:31 ustreamer-15131: Thank you for watching my test! It was fun, everything went well, and I can't wait to post the notes and final conclusions!10:32 ustreamer-15131: The first and third trials were hard, I was not sure on them. The second trial I was sure of, and it was correct. All of my thoughts are in the papers I handed in to James Underdown.10:33 ustreamer-15131: Either way, however, I failed the IIG... ----- By Bing for House of Pancakes. Posted on November 22nd, 2009 at 4:37 AM. Read the full article here: http://galink.us/xaihz/

News that makes me happy...

House of Pancakes — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 04:29:00 -0000

"Did the US make mistake in skipping vaccine additive?" (They are talking about adjuvants, like aluminum, that provoke a stronger immune response with less antigen, maybe doubling overall dose supplies.) The answer is yes."Atheist student groups grow on campus" (Notice how the number of atheists is not necessarily growing, only the number of atheists who are willing to openly identify as such and flex their mental muscles in public. You go, guys!)HJ ----- By Bing for House of Pancakes. Posted on November 22nd, 2009 at 4:29 AM. Read the full article here: http://galink.us/xaihk/

Do people really confused Santa with Christ?

Attempts at Rational Behavior — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 03:55:10 -0000

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Cherry picking now extends to photographs too.

Skeptics Book — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 03:20:10 -0000

Or...This is just too ridiculous. Regular readers of my blog would know that that the anti-vaxers are prone to a little hysteria and exaggeration from time to time. Whether this involves large leaps of logic when extrapolating scientific data or claiming that a car crash death following a vaccine was a direct result of the vaccine, nothing [...] ----- By Maggie for Skeptics Book. Posted on November 22nd, 2009 at 3:20 AM. Read the full article here: http://galink.us/xaih8/

You are needed in Trenton on Monday

Pams House Blend — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 02:28:14 -0000

From Garden State EqualityUrgent! This Monday, November 23rd, join us at 8:30 am in Trenton to lobby for marriage equality! Meet at Garden State Equality's office across from the State House at 110 West State Street, Trenton. ... Our brand new Garden State Equality gear is ready. On Monday, we will distribute free t-shirts, buttons, stickers and signs as supplies last. ... The legislature is back in session on Monday. We have just learned that our anti-marriage equality opponents are doing a lobby day on Monday and are turning out in droves to try to intimidate legislators. If ever there was a time to take off from work to make history, this is it.Logistical details are... ----- By Lurleen for Pams House Blend. Posted on November 22nd, 2009 at 2:28 AM. Read the full article here: http://galink.us/xaihd/

The Holiday Spirit: hate, bigotry, and boycotts

Ray Whiting - My Life — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 02:27:54 -0000

American Family Association is really making a stink from stirring their own shit. As in years past, it is the Christians who pretend there is a war on Christmas, and they havent even let Thanksgiving be done before they start in on their annual tirade against reason and sanity. Theyve had their Naughty or Nice list [...] ----- By Ray for Ray Whiting - My Life. Posted on November 22nd, 2009 at 2:27 AM. Read the full article here: http://galink.us/xaiht/

A pull on the old hijab

Deep Thoughts — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 02:25:20 -0000

I fully expect to be told I’m crazy on this one, but I just don’t see a hate crime in this story. In Chicago, Amal Abusumayah claimed she felt a sharp tug on her hijab. This coupled with a derogatory comment constitutes the basis for charging Valerie Kenney with a hate crime. I was shaken up, Abusumayah told the SouthtownStar about the Nov. 7 assault. This is my dignity and this is my religion. Ahmed Rehab of the Chicago chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations said his organization has reached out to the FBI to pursue federal charges. Kenney faces up to three years in prison and a fine of up to $25,000 for a crime that should be no more... ----- By Mojoey for Deep Thoughts. Posted on November 22nd, 2009 at 2:25 AM. Read the full article here: http://galink.us/xaihn/