So this has the makings of a nice theological argument: should a blog about religion and theology include stories about atheism? Bring that tidbit up at seminary! So anyhow all those who believe in nothing have suddenly become aware that nobody actually cares so:
HUMANIST and atheist groups around the world are looking to boost their profile in 2005 to counter religious fundamentalism and efforts by some Western leaders to relaunch faith as a keystone of national life.
Under pressure from the rise of militant Islam, Vatican activism in the European Union and the re-election of a “born-again” Christian to the White House, they feel they must resist to ensure the ideas of secularism survive and spread.
Fair enough if you’'re into that. But what gets me is this quote:
“In the face of the religious onslaught on Humanist values, we have to speak out and get our message over,” says Roy Brown, Swiss-based president of the International Humanist and Ethical Union.
Does this guy not sound like Orville Roberts’ bitter younger brother? Humanist values, family values, orthodontic values….your pick, really….
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