Tag Archives: Separation of Church and State

Should The Bible Be Taught In Schools?

 The short answer is NO! These Bible-thumpers who just will not quit need to STOP!!! Leave religion out of public institutions already. No doubt, these people have already indoctrinated their kids. Now, leave the rest of the children alone! TGO … Continue reading

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Now Muslim parents are complaining about flyers for Easter egg hunts

I am completely in favor of the separation between Church and State, and have stated as much in this Blog on many occasions. But kids hunting for colored eggs and enjoying themselves is typically not considered a religious event. I’m … Continue reading

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Public prayer: why devil worshipers came up in Supreme Court arguments

The truth of the matter is that prayers of any kind have no place in government; period. However, since this country is going backwards instead of forwards, because everyone is afraid to speak out against religious groups, my guess is … Continue reading

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Roman Catholic bishops say religious voices should be heard in public debate

I wholeheartedly agree with Roman Catholic bishops, religious voices do have a right to be heard in public debates. There’s only one caveat to this: if religious voices are to be heard in public debates, the Catholic Church needs to … Continue reading

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What Ireland can teach the U.S. about separating church and state

Religion and government is a bad mix. In fact, it is by far a a worse mix than religion and science because scientific knowledge and the scientific method crush religion’s faith-based assertions. Religion starts out with the “answers” and works … Continue reading

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Romney says Obama has ‘fought against religion’

Now it’s Mitt Romney’s turn to jump on the Santorum bandwagon and blast Obama’s religious beliefs. From the looks of it one would think that these clowns are running for the priesthood instead of public office, with the hope of … Continue reading

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Catholics hear protests of Obama health ruling at Mass

Don’t you just love it? The clergy citing the U.S. Constitution to protect their rights to religious freedom, yet when it’s convenient for them to do so they pee all over the Constitution by pushing their faith on public entities; … Continue reading

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Alabama offer of church attendance or jail draws protest

I recently posted an article on this very subject and at the time called this proposed “program” to be in violation of the Separation between Church and State, and I still maintain this position. Of course, trying to convince the … Continue reading

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Jail or church? Some Alabama offenders will get to choose

In my view this is unconstitutional. Once again, there is yet another movement afoot to unite Church and State. And naturally, it is one of the southern (redneck) states, whose people are obsessed with religion, who are promoting it. The … Continue reading

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The Right Isn’t Happy About Bill Keller’s Religious ‘Inquisition’

Bill Keller is my hero! It’s good to know there are still people with clout and a voice who aren’t afraid to call out the new breed of religious freaks (disguised as politicians) who want to ruin this country with … Continue reading

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Victor J. Stenger: “Freedom and the Spiritual Life”

I can see few advantages of the so-called spiritual life. Religion may provide comfort, but that comfort comes at the price of freedom. Personally, I would rather be free than a slave to supernatural forces. While there may be dangers … Continue reading

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Atheist group sues over proposed cross at 9/11 memorial

These Christian Bible freaks do not STOP trying to shove their idiotic beliefs down people’s throats. Personally, although I’m an atheist, I couldn’t care less if they put a Christian cross, a Celtic cross, a Star of David, a Templar … Continue reading

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Religion, and controversy, always part of U.S. education

If all of the time and effort spent by religious individuals and institutions to promote their faith would instead go toward the betterment of humanity, instead of the perpetuation of religious dogma and superstition, this world would be an infinitely … Continue reading

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Rick Perry’s Controversial Call to Prayer

Rick Perry, you’re a world-class imbecile. You should be embarrassed by your ignorance and stupidity; believing that prayer will help resolve any of the issues that plague this nation. What we need are leaders and a general population of intelligent, … Continue reading

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Louisiana House approves Ten Commandments monument at Capitol

Our laws are based on the Ten Commandments; really? Isn’t that a bit of a reach? The religious freaks are ruining this country, and the politicians (many of whom are also religious nuts) dare not go against the flow, as … Continue reading

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Federal appeals court opens doors for prayer at Texas graduation

As usual, politicians cave-in to pressure from religious fanatics… That’s one of the reasons this country is rapidly becoming the ‘land of idiots’. These quotes are taken directly from the article below and were made by a high school student: … Continue reading

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Valedictorian fights judge’s ban on graduation prayer

These Bible freaks are relentless! It isn’t enough that they brain wash their children, now they want to impose their religious customs on other people who are attending a celebration of their children’s graduation; taking place in a PUBLIC school!! … Continue reading

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New York public schools may bar after hours religion

If the ruling becomes binding, and public schools legally bar religious groups from using their facilities, it would definitely be a good thing. It’s about time that the separation of Church and State is respected and enforced in this country. … Continue reading

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Texas school district to stop using church for graduation

I wonder what under-handed deals were being made between church and school district officials in order to arrange graduation ceremonies at the church’s venue. More than likely there was a significant amount of money changing hands. TGO Refer to brief … Continue reading

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Gingrich urges talk about his personal failings

Instead of moving forward, this country is regressing. When our Founding Fathers built this nation they took great care to separate Church and State. Yet now, some 235 years later, religion plays a major role in politics. One would think … Continue reading

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Republican Presidential Hopefuls Get Religious Scrutiny Before 2012 Primary Campaign

The following article is a couple of days old, but I found it relevant… It is amazing to me that in the United States of America, the most technologically advanced country on the face of the Earth, in the year … Continue reading

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Spain court bans atheist march on Holy Thursday

I consider myself an atheist, but personally I’m not into marches and/or belonging to atheist organizations or anything of the like. While the decision to ban the atheist march in my opinion is unfair, I do recognize that this march … Continue reading

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Minn. legislator wants Jesus out of Senate prayers

I don’t often agree with Jews; or anybody else of religious persuasion for that matter, at least not in terms of religious issues. But in this particular situation I do, and I’ll even take it a step further: religion should … Continue reading

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Ohio judge cannot display 10 Commandments

These Bible-toting, religious freaks are relentless. They continue to push their religion on others with little regard for the separation of Church and State that our Constitution endorses. Even judges are now getting into the act. These people must be … Continue reading

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Church, State and the First Amendment: What O’Donnell needs to know

Christine O’Donnell, just what the doctor ordered, to set this country back 100 years. How these dumb, air-headed, ignorant Bible freaks make it this far in politics is beyond me. I can’t understand how anyone in this country can be … Continue reading

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School aims to re-teach civics with focus on faith

Indoctrinating children, and with falsehoods no less. These people ought to be ashamed of themselves. Following are statements from two of our most prominent Founding Fathers: “The United States of America have exhibited, perhaps, the first example of governments erected … Continue reading

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