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Do Atheists Have Beliefs Just Like Believers?
Irreligious Americans Are Irrelevant. Here Is Why.
The Rise and Shine of American Nones
6 Hard Truths Evangelicals Don’t Want You to Know
Is Islamic Reform Possible?
The Religion Business Is Too Big to Fail
Beyond Left and Right: Redefining the Boundaries of Political Discourse
Delve into the nuances of political identities beyond simplistic left-right dichotomies. This blog entry critiques…
The Surprising Secular Resilience of Turkey: A Returning Expat’s Perspective
After two decades abroad, I returned to Turkey expecting an Islamized nation under Erdogan’s long…
Should Celebrities Be Involved in Politics?
Throughout history, artists have served as the vanguard of societal evolution, employing their artistry to…
The Truth Behind Israel
Israel isn’t just a Jewish country – it’s a diverse nation with a growing Muslim…
Hitler Is Irrelevant. Here Is Why.
This essay explores the socio-political and economic conditions in post-WWI Germany that facilitated Hitler’s rise…
No Gays and Lesbians in the Ottoman Empire, But…
Dive into the rich history of the Ottoman Empire, where same-sex relationships flourished despite strict…
The Christian Founding of America?
Some argue for the Christian founding of America, claiming the US was established on Christian…
A Brief History of Israel
The establishment of Israel in 1948 marked a significant event in modern history, characterized by…
Why Religions Cannot Be True
This article delves into the inconsistencies and ambiguities in religious teachings, questioning the logic behind…
Child Marriage in Islam
In Abrahamic faiths, puberty often marks adulthood, signaling readiness for marriage – a view reinforced…
American Atheists Are Weaker Together
The tension between American evangelicals and secularism is evident in debates over public policy and…
Seeing is Believing? Debating the Eye’s Origins
This essay dives into the debate about the eye’s origins: eye evolution vs intelligent design….
Violence Is God’s Gift. Here Is Why.
While seemingly antithetical to nature’s beauty, violence is vital for controlling populations, ensuring species fitness,…
Belief Is Not a Choice
Belief shapes our moral framework and relationships, but it can also lead to prejudice and…
The Crucial Role of Scientific Facts in Our Democracies
In this thought-provoking blog post, we delve into the crucial importance of scientific facts in…
On the Supernatural
Here is a 75 word excerpt from the document:The key lies in fostering a dialogue…
The American Dream: A Modern-Day Lullaby
The extreme concentration of wealth among a select few signifies a growing gap that…
LGBT Is Already Too Crowded, Let Alone LGBTQIAAP2SGNC+
The evolution of sexual orientation and identity traces back to early sexologists like Richard von…
The Muslim Question of Europe
Many believe European Muslim immigrants share one identity, but the reality is far more nuanced….
How Europe and America Betrayed My Childhood Dream
Growing up secular in Istanbul, I craved the freedom I thought Europe and America offered….