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This wouldn’t have happened to Eliot
As New York's government burns to the ground, we long for Spitzer Continue reading
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Obama absent on gay rights
Thoughtful commentary on the parallels to JFK on civil rights. Continue reading
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Senator goes rogue over $1.9M in pork
NYS Senator tips the balance of power b/c the Dems balked at giving him a $2 kickback Continue reading
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N.Y. Senate Goes Republican with 2 defections
2 anti-gay-marriage Dems flip to give 'Publicans narrow majority; Gov. loses all control Continue reading
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Maybe religiosity causes abortion?
Young unmarried women graduating from private religious schools are actually more likely to get abortions than their secular counterparts. Continue reading
10 Reasons why Superman is better than Jesus
For example: If you fell out of your apartment window and cried for help, Superman would try and save you. Not only will Jesus not even bother to save you; he will send you to hell for all eternity if you don’t believe in him. Continue reading
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Atheist nations are more peaceful
Maybe killing is harder when it isn't for the glory of God Continue reading
New Hampshire legalizes gay marriage
NH becomes the 6th state (and 5th in New England) to allow same-sex marriage. Continue reading
On Atheist “Extremism”
A thoughtful response to the "extremist" whining Continue reading
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Gay Marriage Faces Uphill Odds in New York Senate
Only 20 (of 32 needed) are definite 'yes' votes Continue reading
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