UN Attempts to Alleviate Pain of Religious Violence: Where Do Nonbelievers Fit In?
Last week the United Nations Committee for Freedom of Religion or Belief (on which I represent the American Humanist Association) met in Manhattan to... Read More
How (and How Not) to Attend Pride Events as an Ally
For many folks across the United States, this month is synonymous with a celebration of a hard-fought history draped in rainbows. It’s Pride Month!... Read More
Good Omens a Not-So-Good Adaptation
As the legislative director and lobbyist for the American Humanist Association, I typically write about public policy, politics, and advocacy. While I love writing... Read More
Meet the Intern: Michaela Reger
Please welcome our new legal intern, Michaela Reger! What is your educational background? From 2014 to 2018 I attended Shepherd University in Shepherdstown, West... Read More
The Humanist Dilemma: Should I Take a Job with a Christian Organization—or Save Myself?
Experiencing an ethical dilemma? Need advice from a humanist perspective? Send your questions to The Humanist Dilemma at dilemma@thehumanist.com (subject line: Humanist Dilemma). All... Read More
The Comics Section: Simple Questions and Getting Rich Quick
The latest from Jesus and Mo and Raging Pencils!
Ahead of the Curve: God on AI
Artificial intelligence (AI) will be the most important world-changing force of this century, just as electricity was of the last. The complications involved with... Read More
A Humanist’s Guide to Summer Reading
As the temperatures (and humidity!) start climbing, I start reaching for new and engaging reads to enjoy. In chatting with my colleagues around the... Read More
Luck, Illusion, Success: Humanist Media Awardee Richard Wiseman Entertains It All
British psychologist, speaker, and author Richard Wiseman is known around the world for his innovative research into the psychology of luck, self-help, persuasion, and... Read More
Climate Justice: For the People, the Land, the Planet
Last Saturday the American Humanist Association’s Center for Education hosted “Climate Justice: A Better Future for Us All,” the latest in its open lecture... Read More