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Reposted from my blog on the Freethought Blogs network... Read more about Activism Explained: Why We Do What We Do→

The judges have selected seven finalists in the "Ten Point Vision of a Secular America" contest. Please login or register to cast your vote for the best entry. The winner will be the submission that gets the most votes of registered readers at richarddawkins.net. Voting ends midnight, February 22, Pacific Time.

The winner will receive two free plane tickets from any North American city to the Reason Rally in Washington DC and will meet Richard Dawkins. Read more about Dawkins Names Finalists for Video Awards→

Becky Garrison is a Christian writer who agrees with American Atheists on many issues and has contributed articles in the past criticizing elements of Christianity in government, etc.

In the upcoming American Atheist magazine will be Becky’s full article about Dominionism. In the meantime, Becky has provided us with a list of signs to look for to determine if a U.S. politician is a Dominionist:

* Anointed by God to run for public office, blames sagging poll numbers as an attack by "the enemy." Read more about Signs A U.S. Politician Might be a Dominionist→

The Pennsylvania House of Representatives is up to its batshittery again by approving  H.R. 535, a resolution that designates 2012 the “Year of the Bible.” This Resolution was introduced by the Bible-banging Rep. Rick Saccone (R-Elizabeth Township), along with 36 other legislators. This Bible-banger insists that the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution of the United States are founded on the Bible. Read more about All Pennsylvania Atheists to Celebrate 2012 As the Year of the Bible→

Hate, as an emotion, can be a very powerful motivator for both good and bad. The hatred of racism has helped propel civil rights. The hatred of sexism has helped propel women’s suffrage. When one sees hate fuel good things, it is usually hate directed at an unjust or cruel idea or social norm. Read more about OSU Football Player Asks Twitter Followers to "Show Some Hate" To An Atheist→