A federal appeals court ruled Jan. 3 that a cross displayed on public property in San Diego, California, is unconstitutional. The Mt. Soledad memorial stood in a separation of church and state battlefield for decades and now only one battle remains. Two Vietnam War veterans filed suit against the city thirteen years ago, saying the cross, … Continue reading »
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For love of the Easter egg and all that’s commercial
I am an atheist and I love Easter. I am single and I love Valentine’s Day. Christmas? Oh your god, do I love Christmas. When it comes to commercialized holidays—you name it, I love it. Continue reading »
Survival of the Evolution Lesson Plan
IN THIS ARTICLE The majority of biology teachers are reluctant to teach evolution, found two political scientists after studying U.S. public school biology instructors. Additionally, creationism is given at least an hour of class time and put in a positive light by 13 percent of the nation’s biology teachers.
Jesus Christ the Superhero, Cowboys, and the Bible Unite
If you are a porn-star, there is a Bible for you. If you are a cowboy, there is a Bible for you. If you are looking for style, then there is a Bible-purse hybrid for you.
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When Ignorance isn’t Bliss: America’s Lack of Religious Knowledge Stirs a Debate
The average American doesn’t know basic facts about world religion, according to a recent Pew Research Center survey. America’s lack of religious knowledge has led many to question whether world religions should be taught as objective, academic inquiries in public schools. According to the Pew Research Center (PRC), Americans were able to correctly answer 50 … Continue reading »
Growing Number of Americans Believe Obama is Muslim
A growing number of Americans believe that President Barack Obama is a Muslim. A new survey found that nearly one-in-five Americans say the president is a Muslim, up from 11 percent in March 2009. Continue reading »
Christians Celebrate Holy Week
Christians commemorated “Holy Week” last week just after their return from Spring Break. Although nobody put palm branches down Fullerton Avenue for them. “Holy week is a set of days that are honored by Christian religions throughout the world,” DePaul President Father Holtschneider said. “It is a moment for Christians to look at the central … Continue reading »