Reader Opinion: Let’s Study Science Before Theology
As a scientific world view, humanism is a post-theistic philosophy. For a secular humanist, to study theology is like an astronomer studying astrology, or like a chemist studying alchemy. Neither is needed to be an... Read More
Religious Exemptions Extend into COVID–19 Precautions
As many by now have learned, the Supreme Court recently halted New York Governor Andrew Cuomo’s public safety restrictions on religious services in certain areas with high rates of COVID-19. At issue in the case,... Read More
Humanists Celebrate the End of 2020
It’s been quite a challenging year, but we’re making it through together and that’s certainly reason to celebrate. American Humanist Association’s chapters and affiliates invite you to join their December festivities online to stay socially... Read More
What Are You Grateful For? Finding Hope in a Tumultuous Year
Though it may be cliché to note at this point in the year, 2020 has been a wild—and at times, demoralizing—roller coaster ride. Between a global pandemic and a national election that grabbed our attention... Read More
Being in the “Virtual” Room: The 2020 Ministerial to Advance Freedom of Religion or Belief
Earlier this week religious freedom activists and faith-based organizations gathered virtually from around the world for the third Ministerial to Advance Freedom of Religion or Belief. In 2018 and 2019 the Ministerial to Advance International... Read More
Nonedecision 2020: Correcting the Narrative: The Complexity of the Latinx Vote
One of the narratives coming out of the 2020 elections results is the high proportion of Latinx voters supporting President Donald Trump’s reelection. Depending on what polls you look at, the national exit polls, AP... Read More
Atheist and Freethinker Candidates Make Electoral Gains
Humanists across the nation and around the world are joining in the celebration of Donald Trump's defeat. We can now embrace hope for progress in a way that wasn't possible these last four years. While... Read More