Hemant Mehta is the founder and editor of FriendlyAtheist.com, a YouTube creator, and podcast co-host. He is a former National Board Certified math teacher in the suburbs of Chicago. He has appeared on CNN and FOX News and served on the board of directors for Foundation Beyond Belief and the Secular Student Alliance. He has written multiple books, including I Sold My Soul on eBay and The Young Atheist's Survival Guide. He also edited the book Queer Disbelief.
This is a guest post by Lisa. [Personal information has been removed.] … According to Rick Perry, our religious heritage is under attack. But what heritage is he really talking about? Perry’s by now infamous new ad makes some very broad and sweeping claims about the religious history of this nation. It is a far too common argument in many Christian circles that the United States was founded as a decidedly Christian nation. Perry proclaims, “Faith made America strong. It… Read more
In case you’re curious what Humanist Chaplains are all about, where you can find some, and how you can start a chaplaincy at your school, the American Humanist Association has just launched a new website to answer those questions: Religious chaplaincies are a staple at any university. Often catered to specific religious traditions, they offer advice, counsel, and community. As nonbelievers, atheist students usually do not have access to this type of community, and humanist chaplaincies offer an alternative. …… Read more
Right now, the SkepticTV show is hosting a 12-hour benefit show with proceeds going to the Secular Student Alliance. More information is below: Joe Zamecki and Damon Fowler are guests (on the show “Trolling with Logic”), as are several other fantastic skeptics and activists. Tune in, donate to a good cause, and get active! Read more