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MESSAGE FROM THE EDITOR: What Are Humanists Thankful For?
Posted November 14, 2012Whenever I share the fact that I’m an atheist to a person I’ve just met, the most common question asked is, “If you don’t believe in God, where do you find meaning in life?” So it didn’t surprise me when a reporter contacted the American Humanist Association this week to ask what humanists are thankful for this Thanksgiving season, but it reminds me of how far we still have yet to go to convince the general public that humanists and atheists have plenty of meaning, inspiration, and gratitude for the one life we have. For me, I’m thankful for delicious food, loving family and friends, and the opportunity to watch the Redskins-Cowboys game---the best rivalry in football!
Next week is our Thanksgiving issue, and I want to hear from you! What are you thankful for this season? Do you have any special Thanksgiving recipes you’re especially proud of and would like to share? Write to us at hnn@americanhumanist.org and we’ll publish your comments next week!
Maggie Ardiente
Editor, HNN
AHA’s Ad Campaign Promotes KidsWithoutGod.com on Buses and Online
Posted November 14, 2012The AHA’s newest bus ad campaign draws viewers to a new website that features videos, fun activities and resources for kids who are good without a belief in a god.
High School Students in Pittsburgh Create YouthHumanist.org
Posted November 14, 2012Two high school seniors expanded their high school freethinker club and created a website for students and adults to discuss humanism.
Atheist’s Paradise: New Play Explores Atheism, Philosophy and Higher Education
Posted November 14, 2012If you live in or are visiting the Washington DC area, don’t miss Atheist’s Paradise, a new play by The Edge of the Universe Players 2. Playwright Bill Goodman talks to HNN about his interest in exploring life’s “big questions.”
Spiritual But Not Religious: A Humanist Perspective
Posted November 14, 2012Binyamin Biber, Humanist Chaplain at American University in Washington DC, explores the need for atheists and humanists to reach out to the large segment of the population that call themselves “spiritual, but not religious.”
The Need for Humanists in Secular Sweden
Posted November 14, 2012Despite Sweden’s secularity, religious groups wield power among their own followers. Emilia Ericson of the Humanist Association of Sweden describes the situation and battles humanists are facing to protect women and children.
Meet the AHA Staff: Emma Bates, Director of Outreach
Posted November 14, 2012Learn more about the AHA’s newest leader, Emma Bates!
College Courses in Modern Humanism
Posted November 14, 2012Did you know that you can take college-level courses in humanism? Learn how members of the Humanist Society of Greater Phoenix created a course at Mesa Community College.
The Ethical Dilemma: Elections
Posted November 14, 2012Joan Reisman-Brill answers your election-related ethical questions this week!
Humanist Voices in Verse: “Ecclesiastes” by Frank S. Robinson
Posted November 14, 2012We're pleased to publish another poem by Frank S. Robinson this week, "Ecclesiastes."
The Comics Section: Indoctrinating Children, 6,000 years vs. 9,000 years, and Flat Earth
Posted November 14, 2012The latest from your favorites: Jesus and Mo, Ape Not Monkey, and The Bad Chemicals!
