To Bash Or Not To Bash: The Debate Secular Humanists Do Not Need

Some of us are bogging down in a debate over whether the promotion of secular humanism should involve "bashing" religion, or whether we should only focus on presenting humanism in a positive light. The answer is that both are necessary components of the secular humanist message, depending on the individual circumstances of each encounter, each audience, and each forum.

When speaking to college women, for instance, it may be necessary to show them ... Full Story »

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Bob McInnis
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by Bob McInnis - Oct. 1, 2008

Since the purpose of this publication is "To promote secular humanist principles to the public, media, and policy-makers" it isn't surprising that the ediorial takes a distinct slant. That being said, the read is still worth the time because it offers some provoking statements that may generate dialogue.

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