No, I’m not asking you to brush up on your German and listen to an old news reel or even read a book. But I’m curious. What does Hitler mean to you? To me, there is the obvious ‘mass murder’ connotation, but I also studied the Nazis in a class … Continue reading
Let’s kill blasphemy
The universe doesn’t care about you. Nothing is sacred. There is no divine justice, no eternal protector of the faithful. And you don’t get a spiritual pat on the head for defending your imaginary friends. The world is not a safe space. All we have, is each other, and that … Continue reading
As opposed to real psychics
I’m not sure how you prove a psychic is fake…. legally. But this doesn’t seem much different from the standard religious claim of a spiritual reward… Last week, his division charged self-described “healer” Gustavo Gomez under Section 365 of the Criminal Code, an archaic law that targets “everyone who fraudulently … Continue reading
No sex or god in Nova Scotia
I’m a pretty big fan of freedom of speech, even when it offends, and although I do understand the intention behind ‘hate speech’ laws, they still bother me. However, this, blatant disregard for freedom of expression, amused me more than anything. Want god on your license plate in Nova Scotia? … Continue reading
Arguing with doctors
End of life issues are never easy, not for religious people, and not for the non-religious. So I think its important to try and understand and be understanding about how others deal with, and work through these issues. A string of legal disputes related to the treatment of horribly sick … Continue reading
Empathy isn’t rational
Sometimes when philosophers and scientists get together it is only to engage in juvenile pissing contests about whose academic credentials are more worthy. It is always good to see science and philosophy working together. The new study shows that adults presented with social or analytical problems – all external stimuli … Continue reading
Anarchy in the UK
Oh no, mustn’t be impolite, mustn’t offend… The British government’s increasingly obstinate stance on criminalizing insults seems to have finally offended the public. Now an official movement, the Reform Section 5 campaign, is drawing support from all levels of society. Recent headlines have seen a surge in support for the … Continue reading
Not living in an echo chamber
I think Ann Coulter is the worst sort of right-wing troll. And if she believes what she is saying, I’d say she has some serious personal issues, she should probably get therapy for. That said, I oppose those who would try and silence her, through intimidation or political maneuvering. I … Continue reading
Cameras are not a crime.
Taking pictures in public should not be a crime, luckily, in Canada… it is not. Burnaby RCMP say Markiewicz was arrested for causing a disturbance, but was not charged. He has, however, been banned from Metrotown mall for six months. The teen’s father, Zbigniew Markiewicz, said mall security and police … Continue reading
Catholic church is pushing back
I’m not one to attack people solely on the basis of their belief in things that I think are silly. But if the Catholic church wants a fight, I’m standing with the gays on this one. More than 100,000 protesters organized by Catholic groups staged separate demonstrations in French cities … Continue reading