Is Socialism Evil?
How Christian Nationalists Used One Word to Control American Politics For more than a century, the word “socialism” has been used as a weapon in American politics—not as an economic theory, but…
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Fired for Being an Atheist? What This Case Tells Us About the Future of Religious Protections in America
A recent case out of Denver, Colorado, has drawn attention to a troubling issue: the potential for discrimination against atheists in the workplace and the implications of a shifting landscape in civil…
Pete Hegseth and the Rise of Extremist Christian Nationalism in the Pentagon
On January 24, 2025, Pete Hegseth was confirmed as Secretary of Defense in a narrow 51-50 Senate vote, with Vice President JD Vance casting the tie-breaking vote. This confirmation has significant implications…
From Colonial Foundations to Contemporary Contrasts: How Britain and the US Diverged on Religion and Politics
When the United States was founded, one of its revolutionary ideals was the separation of church and state—a deliberate departure from the state-run religion that characterized Britain at the time. The American…
When Politics Meet Piety: Trump’s Exploitation of Christianity as Propaganda
Donald Trump’s presidency is marked by a constant interplay between political maneuvering and overt religious symbolism. For many, his use of Christianity is not merely an expression of personal faith—it is a…
Why This “Return of God” Argument is a Recycled Apologetic Flop
Andrew Likoudis, in his article “The Return of God? A Critique of Pure Atheism,” starts with a bold claim: proving or disproving God is "predominantly a matter for reason, rather than for…
Debunking Aquinas: The First Cause Fallacy
Aquinas's Argument: Where It Goes Wrong Arguments in "quote" blocks are the theistic arguments FOR the First Cause (also known as the Argument of the Unmoved Mover) argument. Logically, an essentially ordered…
Living a Moral Life Without God: A Guide to Secular Morality
Secular morality is often misunderstood. For centuries, the dominant narrative has been that morality originates from God. Without a divine authority, the argument goes, we'd descend into chaos and moral relativism. But…
Beyond the Binary: When “None of the Above” is the Only Answer
The year is 2024. A young woman named Sarah stands before a judge, her case a flashpoint in the ongoing debate over religious freedom in America. Sarah, a committed vegan and environmental…
Intersex, Transgender, and the Nuances of Acceptance: Key Takeaways from Our Latest Podcast
What started as a seemingly simple Facebook post about biological sex quickly evolved into a passionate discussion about gender, acceptance, and the challenges of navigating relationships with those who hold differing viewpoints.…
