You don’t have to believe everything Donald Trump does to vote for him, but you do have to be OK with everything he believes, and he believes some really awful stuff.
You have to be OK with a lot of awful stuff to vote for Donald Trump
Saudi women challenge driving ban
Emphasis added: the foreign policy week in pieces
As if Iran Isn’t Noticing [Philip Coyle of the Center for Arms Control and Non-Proliferation] worries that the overall effect of the White House’s about-face on nuclear weapons policy could prove counterproductive. “We […]
Boston Marathon bombing: can we at least speculate logically?
The speculation began before the smoke cleared: who was responsible for Monday’s terror attack at the Boston Marathon? What was their motive? Not only is it human to speculate, it’s just about impossible […]
Boston Marathon bombing: tragedy, bigotry and hope
First and foremost, my thoughts are with Boston today. I hope your friends and family were as lucky as mine were to avoid any harm, and my prayers are with those who […]
Are Americans becoming less religious? New Pew study says yes and Dawkins is optimistic
Given the course of Campaign 2012, the idea that Americans are trending toward less religion probably sounds ludicrous. But maybe not. In response to an audience question last night, Richard Dawkins said he’s […]
Why hasn't West responded to beheading videos as some Muslims do to anti-Islamic videos?
U.S. policies toward the Middle East were more of a factor in protests against “Innocence of Muslims” than insults to religion.
The God Test
Suppose the following: Later today, an organization dedicated to studying science and religion announces it has devised a “God Test.” This process will conclusively reveal whether or not there is a god […]
Are Islamists role models to Christian fundamentalists?
Despite what Christian fundamentalists wish, religion and politics are unlikely to become one in the United States.
Mountains made of Muslims
Few in the West are aware of the extent of the savagery that Christians rained down on Muslims during the crusades.
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