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The Wild Hypocrisy of America's Conservative Christians

David Sirota, AlterNet. April 20, 2012.

In Britain, the devout tend to be economic progressives. Why have American Christians embraced social Darwinism?

How Do I Tell My Daughter I Don't Believe in God?

Sue Sanders, Salon. April 15, 2012.

There are chunks of society saying if you don’t believe in God you’re a bad person. Will Lizzie intuit that she’s bad if she doesn’t believe — or that her mother is?

The Top 10 Reasons I Don't Believe in God

Greta Christina, AlterNet. March 30, 2012.

"Does God exist?" is a valid and relevant question. Here are my top reasons why the answer is a resounding, "No."

Is Alcoholics Anonymous Too White?

Jeff Deeney, The Fix. January 20, 2012.

Dismissing AA as a white-person's movement, many black addicts take a pass on the 12-steps and seek salvation from their church.

It's 2011 -- Why Is God Still Involved In American Politics?

Amanda Marcotte, AlterNet. October 12, 2011.

The Mormon-bashing directed at Mitt Romney should concern everyone for what it reveals about the undue influence of religion in American elections.

10 Myths Many Religious People Hold About Atheists, Debunked

Amanda Marcotte, AlterNet. September 13, 2011.

Atheists are moral, loving and multicultural, and you might even find them in foxholes.

Memo to Religious People: Many Atheists Don't Want to Hear That Their Loved Ones "Are in Heaven" -- New Group for Non-Believers Helps Atheists Grieve

Greta Christina, AlterNet. August 15, 2011.

In a society that reflexively copes with death by using religion, grieving atheists are turning to each other.

Goodbye Religion? How Godlessness Is Increasing With Each New Generation

Adam Lee, AlterNet. August 10, 2011.

This demographic transformation has been in progress ever since World War II, but in recent years it's begun to seriously pick up steam.

6 Ways Atheists Can Band Together to Fight Religious Fundamentalism

Adam Lee, AlterNet. July 12, 2011.

What do atheists actually have in common? What's the agenda for an atheist political movement? Here's a proposal for the issues we can unite around.

Why Rupert Murdoch Love$ God: World's Biggest Sleaze Mogul Also Getting Rich from Christian Moralizers

Frank Schaeffer, AlterNet. July 10, 2011.

Rupert Murdoch is one of America’s number one publishers of evangelical and other religious books.

5 Faulty Arguments Religious People Use Against Atheists (Debunked)

Greta Christina, AlterNet. July 6, 2011.

Do atheists misunderstand religion? Or do believers still misunderstand atheists?

Why Do Conservatives Presume That God Wants Them to Run for President? (He Probably Doesn't)

Bill Berkowitz, Talk To Action. June 13, 2011.

Many GOPers refer getting a "call" from God to run for President. Is it crass pandering to the religious right, or their massive egos?

10 Scariest States to Be An Atheist

Greta Christina, AlterNet. June 8, 2011.

If you're finishing your degree in secular studies and are trying to decide where in the country you want to plant your godless stakes, here are some places to avoid.

High School Student Stands Up Against Prayer at Public School and Is Ostracized, Demeaned and Threatened

Greta Christina, AlterNet. May 25, 2011.

When a high school atheist tried to stop prayer at his graduation, he was harassed and kicked out of his house. But the atheist community stepped in.

Are All Religions Equally Crazy?

Greta Christina, AlterNet. May 9, 2011.

Are less established religions really crazier than older mainstream ones? Or are mainstream religions just more familiar?

One More Reason Religion Is So Messed Up: Respected Theologian Defends Genocide and Infanticide

Greta Christina, AlterNet. April 25, 2011.

A respected, mainstream theologian is seriously arguing that as long as God gives the thumbs-up, it's okay to kill pretty much anybody.

"Spreading the Good News About Atheism": Why We Need Atheist Ad Campaigns

Greta Christina, AlterNet. March 28, 2011.

The hostility that the atheist ad campaigns generate proves why we need them so badly.

Why It's Not a 'Safe Bet' to Believe In God

Greta Christina, AlterNet. February 14, 2011.

The idea that you should believe in God "just in case" trivializes both faith and reality, and concedes your argument before it's begun.

No, Atheists Don't Have to Show "Respect" for Religion

Greta Christina, AlterNet. January 19, 2011.

Progressive believers often ignore religious differences in the name of tolerance. But this ecumenicalism promotes anti-atheist hostility and shows a disregard for the truth.

Why Are Believers So Hostile Toward Atheists?

Greta Christina, AlterNet. January 6, 2011.

Atheists get labeled as offensive and bitter when we express anger, when we express hope, morality and meaning. What are believers scared of?

Why Religious Believers Are So Desperate for the Atheist Seal of Approval

Greta Christina, AlterNet. November 26, 2010.

Many religious believers are intent on getting atheists' approval for their beliefs. If you're hoping for that -- don't hold your breath.

Kentucky's National Defense Strategy: "Reliance on Almighty God"

Church & State MagazineNovember 14, 2010.

Members of the Kentucky House of Representatives and Senate are demanding the state acknowledge "reliance upon Almighty God" in its Homeland Security department.

Why Atheists Are Better Prepared for Death Than Believers

Greta Christina, AlterNet. November 12, 2010.

When religious people are faced with the possibility that death might really, truly be the end, they're often not prepared.

Can Atheism Be Proven Wrong?

Greta Christina, AlterNet. November 4, 2010.

Religion has to do more than come up with some good evidence for its hypothesis. It has to have a coherent hypothesis in the first place.

Is Atheism a Belief?

Greta Christina, AlterNet. October 20, 2010.

One of the most common accusations aimed at atheists is that atheism is an article of faith, a belief just like religion.