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Democratic Party embraces nonreligious voters at annual summer meeting

The Democratic National Committee (DNC) this past Saturday embraced American nonbelievers for the first time, adopting a resolution that recognizes their contributions to society and to the Democratic Party. This move by the DNC, which was unanimous absent one abstention, demonstrates that they are living up to the big-tent inclusive values they regularly espouse, though …

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Aug 26 2019

National Affiliation Options for Local Secular Groups: A Guide

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The Secular Coalition for America Education Fund (SCAEF) is proud to work with its member organizations to put together this resource. Local secular communities and aspiring organizers and community activists can use this guide to explore the many options available to affiliate with and receive support from national secular organizations.

Aug 12 2019November 12, 2019

Rep. Tulsi Gabbard Comments on Religion

Do Presidential Candidates Share our Values?

On June 12, 2019, Gabbard tweeted a video discussing her definition of ‘Aloha’. In the tweet, she summarized this definition with language that specifically included belief in God, but did not mention nonbelievers (emphasis added): “Aloha means I come to you with an open heart, I respect you and care about you. Whether a friend …

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Jul 26 2019

For some Oklahomans, standard-issue license plate is for the birds

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The number of specialty tags issued and renewed in Oklahoma has increased by 17% over the past two fiscal years, but it’s unclear whether the standard tag’s bland portrayal of the state bird is a major reason for that. Almost 5,000 of the plates were issued or renewed in fiscal year 2019, which ended June …

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Jul 22 2019August 6, 2019

Atheist Group’s Banners Spark A Very American Conversation

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A Forth Worth atheist group garnered attention recently from all over North Texas thanks to some bright yellow banners hanging in downtown Fort Worth that read “In NO God We Trust.” For some, though, the banners have sparked a conversation that goes beyond the national motto, “In God We Trust.” As it turns out, the …

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Jul 22 2019August 6, 2019

Fiala: The ‘nones’ are growing

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Andrew Fiala, a professor of philosophy and director of The Ethics Center at Fresno State, wrote recently that the growth of religiously unaffiliated Americans requires a new look at faith in our nation. “There are more nones now than there are Catholics, Evangelicals or any other single faith group,” says Fiala. “The nones are growing …

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Jul 21 2019August 6, 2019

Senator Elizabeth Warren on the Title X Domestic Gag Rule

Do Presidential Candidates Share our Values?

On June 20, 2019, following the ruling which allowed President Trump’s Title X “domestic gag rule” which prevents organizations that perform abortions or offer abortion referrals from receiving federal funding under Title X, Warren responded, tweeting: “This is more than just a bad ruling—it’s condoning an ugly attack targeted at women with low incomes and women …

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Jul 19 2019July 26, 2019

Bondy: Let us pray on whether to tax churches

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Halley Bondy recently highlighted the fact that churches aren’t taxes, writing, “I’ve often gazed at the giant cathedrals in New York and thought: shouldn’t churches become housing or hospitals instead of vast, hollowed-out mansions? Shouldn’t they stop bleeding money from their congregants, whose cash would be better spent on our public schools?” “Not taxing churches …

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Jul 19 2019August 6, 2019

Senator Kirsten Gillibrand on Faith and her Candidacy

Do Presidential Candidates Share our Values?

During her campaign, Gillibrand has made a variety of statements regarding her faith and it’s role in her political life. On July 14, 2019, Gillibrand responded to footage of Vice President Pence touring a border station housing migrants, with a bible quote, rather than a policy position. On July 17, 2019, Gillibrand tweeted a video …

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Jul 18 2019July 23, 2019

5 things to know about latest Ohio vaccine exemption bill

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A local legislator is pushing a bill to only allow Ohio children to skip vaccinations for medical reasons. The legislation follows several other bills concerning vaccines and also comes amid a measles outbreak in 28 states. As the proposals are considered by the Ohio General Assembly, here’s five things you need to know. 1. The …

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Jul 13 2019July 15, 2019

Democratic Party embraces nonreligious voters at annual summer meeting

National Affiliation Options for Local Secular Groups: A Guide

Rep. Tulsi Gabbard Comments on Religion

For some Oklahomans, standard-issue license plate is for the birds

Atheist Group’s Banners Spark A Very American Conversation

Fiala: The ‘nones’ are growing

Senator Elizabeth Warren on the Title X Domestic Gag Rule

Bondy: Let us pray on whether to tax churches

Senator Kirsten Gillibrand on Faith and her Candidacy

5 things to know about latest Ohio vaccine exemption bill

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