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Archive: February 8, 2009 - February 14, 2009
G-D Bless America
We violate the Third Commandment over and over again in today's world. The name of God is constantly and cynically being used and abused by the left and the right for political purposes.
By Shmuel Herzfeld | February 13, 2009; 11:32 AM ET | Comments (35)
Apology as a Rite of Passage
My oldest child -- and my first to leave home -- is autistic. Last fall, we moved him to a group home. While I did feel some relief when he left, the larger part of what I have felt is fear and guilt that I let him go too soon.
By Susan Senator | February 12, 2009; 12:32 PM ET | Comments (1)
On Benedict and Holocaust Denial
Holocaust denial is not consistent with the view that God is love, nor is it consistent with the truth. I truly hope Benedict realizes how much damage he has to undo.
By E.J. Dionne | February 11, 2009; 11:26 AM ET | Comments (212)
Beyond Williamson: The Larger Implications of Holocaust Denial
The Holocaust raises disturbing questions about the process by which religious prejudice and discrimination gain legitimacy and power.
By Victoria Barnett | February 10, 2009; 3:29 AM ET | Comments (185)
The Evolution of Fundamentalism
Fundamentalists believe in creationism, most evangelicals accept Darwin and keep an open mind. Because they oppose abortion and gay rights, the two dominate issues of their political agenda, fundamentalists vote overwhelmingly Republican.
By George Mitrovich | February 9, 2009; 8:37 AM ET | Comments (69)
Disbelief About Belief
Survey data clearly show religious belief declining throughout the United States. More than 16 percent of Americans now express no religious preference, a number that has more than doubled since the 1990s.
By Tom Flynn | February 8, 2009; 3:57 PM ET | Comments (11)
