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  1. Caliban

    Barron Tests Positive

    Barron Trump has COVID Details in the link about when he got it and his current status.
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    Catholic symbols in State schools to be phased out

    Is there anyone on the forum from Ireland who can elaborate on the cultural and political impact this is having? From the Irish Times 12 October 2020
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    Is faith a factor in climate change denial?

    One study suggest the answer is yes when combined with politics (among Evangelicals). If you are not an Evangelical, what do you think about his? Faith and politics mix to drive evangelical Christians’ climate change denial Links to PEW Research data in the above article.
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    Rome: Women's names on grave markers for aborted fetuses

    Women in Italy are discovering that their names are on grave markers after having an abortion. Prosecutors in Rome are investigating the practice of religious groups who have acquired the fetus' and publicly shammed women who had a legal abortion. The CBC story here.
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    4th Circuit Court: Schools cannot block transgender students from the bathroom

    Todays decision allows transgender students to use the bathroom with which gender they identify. UNITED STATES COURT OF APPEALS FOR THE FOURTH CIRCUIT
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    Trump Bans Fetal Tissue Research.

    Is this an anti-science ploy to pacify the pro-life wing of the party? This detrimentally affects new Corona virus treatment studies (and countless others). Here is the Washington Post article.
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    Megachurch defies California Covid Orders--Thousands Attend

    California megachurch draws thousands at in-person services defying state coronavirus orders John MacArthur is at it again.
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    Atheism Is No Longer A Political Taboo

    Study: Atheism is no longer a political taboo “Prior to the 2016 election there were 5 public nontheist state legislators, because of our efforts we have over 50 today -- more than a 900% increase” (Center for Freethought Inquiry). If this trend continues, what might American politics look...
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    A 97-Year-Old Philosopher Faces His Own Death

    This is an 18 minute video; it is emotionally powerful and a beautiful insight into the thoughts of a man facing death. There is a deep and reflective Stoicism about his consideration of his life. See what you think.
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    Populist Democrat In Trump Country Releases Amazing Ad

    This video is made by the interesting Senate candidate Major Richard Ojeda (Ignore the commentator). Take a look and see what you think. This is the type of candidate who could win in a deeply red state.
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    Study: Americans with Christian nationalist views more likely to flout COVID-19 precautions:

    This article is from The Christian Post cites this study. It claims that “Christian nationalist ideology tends to make people really distrustful of scientists and science generally...” and that such people are much more likely than other demographics to ignore the scientific recommendations...
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    Does apologetics "work"?

    I know this is a clickbait type of question--bear with me for a second. I am interested in what you think about the role of apologetics when discussing the faith with non-believers on this forum. Recently I have engaged several believing members of this forum, across multiple treads, and I...
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    Survey: Most Americans Believe You Do Not Need God to be Good

    A new Pew Research poll reveals the fast-changing attitudes of what it means to be good. Younger Americans have a much higher percentage: Only 27% of people ages 18-29 link godliness and goodness. Another interesting finding is that those with more education are less likely to see belief...
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    What do you think of the Dark Horse Duo plan?

    Bret Weinstein announced his plan to elect the next President called, the Dark Horse Duo. This idea is gaining traction on social media with the hashtags #Unity2020 and #DarkHorseDuo. What do you think? Would this result in a third Party failure similar to Ross Perot? Will it save the...
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    Should religious belief inform public policy?

    *This is inherently a political issue and I think belongs in the Politics section of the forum. Ever since Thomas Jefferson’s famous letter to the Danbury Baptists, Americas have used the term, a "wall of separation between church and state.” This phrase is sometimes used in support of...
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    Deathbed Confessions

    Usually we hear about a person confessing belief on their deathbed. But, imagine a non-believer at the bed of their mother who is a believer. She emotionally suffers because her son is not saved. He could make a false confession of faith before she dies and limit her emotional suffering by...
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    Supreme Court--Native Land

    This could be huge! Half of Oklahoma is now Native American Land (for certain purposes). Bear with me as I am just learning about this. Read the New York Times article: Landmark Supreme Court Ruling Affirms Native American Rights in Oklahoma Quote: "...potentially one of the most consequential...
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    Trumps Looses Supreme Court Case: Lets See Tax Statements

    SCOTUS rules against Trump on financial records subpoena in NY criminal investigation
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    Skepticism is the best way to approach religious claims.

    Do you think this statement is true? If not, why? If so, please elaborate. This post is not intended to be antagonistic toward any religious perspective as there are religious people who advocate skepticism. Keep in mind, Theists are often skeptical of Atheists' claims. For the purpose...
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    Are there passages in the Bible you can ignore?

    This topic came up on a different thread but it was a bit off topic, so I wanted to explore it here. One person claimed that we should obey the leaders appointed over us in accordance with Romans 13:1. I think people can, and do, dismiss this passage. I would like to stay on topic and not let...