May 25, 2007
Where's George

So I finally got one of the Bill Tracking bills. I was only the second person to enter info in about it (it's a newer bill). Here's my bill

Posted by danisaacs at 07:58 PM
May 07, 2007
On the Failures of New Athieism

There is a good article in the Guardian about how the new "militant" Atheism will fail to challenge religion, in large part because of its tactics and attitudes. And it's in large part correct.

However, every world view has moderates. And they typically grow when there are extremists providing a nastier alternative. The Kinder, Gentler, Atheist will thrive.

Have you noticed how well Islam has grown since the Shia started kicking Western ass? Or how popular Evangelical Christianity has become in the US since those nutjobs started yelling louder? Hardliners are good for an Idea. Especially the subversion ones.

Posted by danisaacs at 10:09 PM