Humanism Goes Hand-in-Hand with Racial Justice and #BlackLivesMatter

In theory, humanism is inclusive. A fundamental principle in humanism is that every human being should be protected and treated equally. This intrinsic value of humanism is at the core of all social justice movements.... Read More
From Feminist Caucus to Feminist Humanist Alliance: Reimagining What It Means to Be a Humanist Feminist

The evolution of institutions is inevitable. Strategic planning for organizational change is critical to enhance potential for success. This is what’s taking place within the American Humanist Association (AHA), as we add an important dimension... Read More
Humanism for the High Court: AHA’s Brief on Zubik v. Burwell

One of the highest profile Supreme Court cases this term is Zubik v. Burwell, where religious groups are objecting to the procedure for exemption to the Affordable Care Act's contraception mandate. The American Humanist Association filed... Read More
How Bill O’Reilly Inspired a Humanist Holiday Sculpture

A few years ago, The O'Reilly Factor reached out to me with a last-minute invitation to come on the show and talk about the alleged “War on Christmas.” I was ready to turn down their... Read More
Jamie Raskin, Open Humanist, Wins Maryland Primary Election

On April 26, Jamie Raskin, a member of the American Humanist Association and humanist candidate endorsed by the Freethought Equality Fund (FEF), won a very competitive race in a crowded field of candidates in Maryland’s... Read More
Humanists Love Earth Day 2016

Did you know that Earth Day is the largest secular observance in the world? This year, several chapters of the American Humanist Association are celebrating Earth Day by participating in direct action and by reminding... Read More
Ignorance is Bliss: Why Religious People Seem Happier Than the “Nones”

A new Pew Research Center study released last week that examines the relationship between religion and everyday activities brought out a number of eye-catching headlines, including “Highly Religious Volunteer More, Lie Less, and Claim to... Read More