251. Richard Dawkins branded 'secularist bigot' by veteran philosopher

Comment #223851 by mordacious1 on August 3, 2008 at 2:18 pm

bra size

You're asking us to come up with evidence that something that doesn't exist, doesn't exist?

252. Richard Dawkins branded 'secularist bigot' by veteran philosopher

Comment #223841 by mordacious1 on August 3, 2008 at 1:57 pm

AllanW

It would only be a problem if you came as Janet Leigh in the shower scene.

253. Richard Dawkins branded 'secularist bigot' by veteran philosopher

Comment #223834 by mordacious1 on August 3, 2008 at 1:41 pm

Sargeist

One problem with the rural life, is we don't have theaters that play the classics. When I lived in a city last, we had an old movie house around the corner, where you could see "Brazil", "Rocky Horror", "Baghdad Cafe", etc. for $2. It is always better to see these films on the big screen, DVD doesn't do them justice. Plus, like "Rocky Horror", people would dress up, repeat lines, etc. Really fun.

254. Richard Dawkins branded 'secularist bigot' by veteran philosopher

Comment #223821 by mordacious1 on August 3, 2008 at 1:14 pm

Oh, 27b-6 is from "Brazil", I thought it was a bra size.

255. Embracing goodness, without God

Comment #223808 by mordacious1 on August 3, 2008 at 12:48 pm

"But what ties them together is a strong belief in Charles Darwin's theory of evolution, and a reverence for those who dedicate their lives to it."

Wrong again. We are rational thinkers, that's what binds us together. It just so happens, that rational thinking tends to lead one to accept evolution as fact. This article makes us sound like "Darwinists", which is a "believer" label, and a bad one.

[edit] oops, Apathy beat me to it.

256. Embracing goodness, without God

Comment #223798 by mordacious1 on August 3, 2008 at 12:32 pm

"diCarlo had become a staunch humanist, as atheists prefer to be called."

Says who? Although there isn't yet a word in the english language to describe my degree of atheism, I do not prefer to be called a humanist.

Btw I thought rodthefarmer was Canada's top atheist.

257. Evangelically Serious Science

Comment #223739 by mordacious1 on August 3, 2008 at 10:10 am

I agree with everyone complaining about crappy TV programming. That is why god gave us books and the internet. Also, the best nature programming is in the woods behind my house.

258. Richard Dawkins branded 'secularist bigot' by veteran philosopher

Comment #223582 by mordacious1 on August 2, 2008 at 9:10 pm

Oystein

I think you've got the Ringo Starr look going on in your new pic.

259. On TV: The Genius of Charles Darwin: Presented by Richard Dawkins

Comment #223572 by mordacious1 on August 2, 2008 at 7:43 pm

The "little bastard" as you say, may actually help others in the class see science in a good way. He is probably the class nerd, others in the class will be thinking: Oh, if that's what he believes, then I better take a look at what Dr. Dawkins is talking about. I know if I had someone like Richard enter my high school science classroom, I would have been floored. I hope the rest of the kids appreciated what they had the oppurtunity to participate in.

[edit] besides, Richard sowed some seeds, sometimes that's all it takes with young minds.

260. Richard Dawkins branded 'secularist bigot' by veteran philosopher

Comment #223267 by mordacious1 on August 1, 2008 at 11:08 pm

Goldy

I killed off the weak ones a long time ago. Now I'm working on the few that are left.

261. A set of previews of 'The Genius of Charles Darwin'

Comment #223263 by mordacious1 on August 1, 2008 at 11:04 pm

OK, these links have me drooling. It better end up on Youtube.

[edit] That picture of Richard in the Telegraph link is not very flattering, and when I clicked on it, I got bumped off the site. Xians at work?

262. Richard Dawkins branded 'secularist bigot' by veteran philosopher

Comment #223260 by mordacious1 on August 1, 2008 at 10:57 pm

Sad, just very sad. Oh well, if we all live long enough, we will go senile too.

263. Fossil of most primitive 4-legged creature found

Comment #223252 by mordacious1 on August 1, 2008 at 10:44 pm

J Mac

I didn't understand that either. Maybe he needs a grammar book too.

264. The Trolls Among Us

Comment #223251 by mordacious1 on August 1, 2008 at 10:43 pm

Laurie

Thanks, all is back to "normal", except your avatar.

265. Fossil of most primitive 4-legged creature found

Comment #223247 by mordacious1 on August 1, 2008 at 10:31 pm

Damn, first cretinist we've had in awhile and he disappears.

266. The Trolls Among Us

Comment #223244 by mordacious1 on August 1, 2008 at 10:28 pm

Carto

Just .02, 4COL what's the matter with text lang? AFAIC U 4NR's should lighten up. SICNR. AAP. TTFN.

PS, If you don't understand YCLIU. LOL

267. Fossil of most primitive 4-legged creature found

Comment #223242 by mordacious1 on August 1, 2008 at 10:10 pm

milleradam37

I suggest reading a biology book before you make a complete ass of yourself...oops, too late. Btw, bees and flowers evolved a mutually beneficial relationship. One point for evolution...your turn.

268. The moment of truth

Comment #223206 by mordacious1 on August 1, 2008 at 7:24 pm

A Jew who converted to islam, boy I bet that went over well at family get togethers (sound of clothes ripping).

269. 'Major discovery' from MIT primed to unleash solar revolution

Comment #223203 by mordacious1 on August 1, 2008 at 7:17 pm

What affect would this have on peak oil? (slaps on sunscreen and heads for door)

270. On TV: The Genius of Charles Darwin: Presented by Richard Dawkins

Comment #223077 by mordacious1 on August 1, 2008 at 12:17 pm

I wish PBS in the states would pick programming like this up. They've really gone downhill since the republicans took over and appointed their own religious people in top positions. Also, I'm sick of watching how Exxon/Mobile or Texaco is doing such wonderful things for the environment.

271. Vicar supports Life of Brian ban

Comment #223028 by mordacious1 on August 1, 2008 at 9:40 am

SmilingAtheist

Welcome, but just one comment:

"ALL PRAISE THE GOURD".

[edit] besides, it looks more like a sandal...

272. Vicar supports Life of Brian ban

Comment #222781 by mordacious1 on July 31, 2008 at 10:40 pm

Laurie

You look like you've just seen the second coming of christ in your new avatar.

Ps. Are you sure it didn't snow in Sydney the other day? The local bubble-headed-bleach-blonds on the news said it did.

273. Workers' Religious Freedom vs. Patients' Rights

Comment #222716 by mordacious1 on July 31, 2008 at 7:00 pm

Aren't there some religions they don't believe in medical care at all? I don't want to get a doctor who says, "Let's all pray that he gets over his cancer, that's all god allows me to do."

And if someone doesn't agree with premarital sex? Sorry you've got the clap again Mr. Clinton, but I can't morally give you antibiotics, you've been a very naughty boy and god wants you to pay for it, that's why he gave you those yucky germs.

274. Vicar supports Life of Brian ban

Comment #222713 by mordacious1 on July 31, 2008 at 6:52 pm

Are you a virgin?
Am I a WHAT?
Well, if it's not too personal, are you a virgin?
'Ow much more personal can you get? Now bugger off.

275. Church exorcism protected by First Amendment

Comment #222151 by mordacious1 on July 30, 2008 at 7:34 pm

Steve

I am sure that Gregg knows all the risks involved, he's a pretty smart guy, unfortunately it is a difficult habit to give up. I think that when he says he chose his suicides well, he means that he knows that he should quit but decided he did not want to deal with the hassle it is to quit. Most smokers I know would like to quit but just can't, for whatever reason.

I was at my Dr.s last month and he had a patient that was having a heart attack. The paramedics were on the way and the guy gets up and walks out. I can see a guy being in denial if he has chest pain at home, but if your Dr. is saying you're having a heart attack, you might want to listen to him.

276. A third of Muslim students back killings

Comment #222005 by mordacious1 on July 30, 2008 at 12:34 pm

Ibn

"Pull you god damned head out of your ass."

This is you cutting back on flaming people. hee hee

277. To beat extremism we must dissolve religious groups

Comment #221928 by mordacious1 on July 30, 2008 at 10:07 am

I think that it has a lot to do with where a muslim originates from. I went to college many years ago with some Indonesian muslims and they seemed mild at best. Some of the women were covered head to toe, some weren't. It didn't seem to matter. Three out of five in a Chem class would come to my place and drink beer and what not. According to them, islam was not as extreme in their country. Maybe it's changed?

278. To beat extremism we must dissolve religious groups

Comment #221916 by mordacious1 on July 30, 2008 at 9:47 am

Peace

Ah, the ol' borrow the neighbor's puppy in order to pick up girls, routine. Very effective method in my day. Hard to believe it's illegal in some countries. Next they'll be banning: "Hi, have you met my friend Ted". (from How I Met Your Mother)

279. Atheism FLEAmix

Comment #221613 by mordacious1 on July 29, 2008 at 9:42 pm

What pisses me off, is that I only order science and atheist books, along with an occassional history book, from Amazon. Yet they keep sending me emails that state, "Due to your order history, we think you might be interested in the following book". The book is ALWAYS some christian drivel. I don't see the connection, I don't want to read that crap you morons. (rant ended)

280. Council ban on atheist websites

Comment #221600 by mordacious1 on July 29, 2008 at 9:31 pm

8teist

It's a fight, but one I can't join in on since I know little of which they debate. Where's clearlywooter when you need him?

281. Atheism FLEAmix

Comment #221597 by mordacious1 on July 29, 2008 at 9:28 pm

Gordon

Only if I find it for a quarter at a thrift shop.

282. Atheism FLEAmix

Comment #221589 by mordacious1 on July 29, 2008 at 9:07 pm

Gordon

It is a stretch to be a flea, but on the cover it does say, "A christian confronts the new atheists". He defines new atheists as Dawkins, Hitchens, Dennett, and Harris. So he is using these authors in a parasitic fashion. Maybe not as blatant as some of the others.

283. Atheism FLEAmix

Comment #221586 by mordacious1 on July 29, 2008 at 8:50 pm

I just wish books on atheism were this cheap, $10.87 for a hardcover. By next month it will be "out back, on the discount rack" for $4.

284. A third of Muslim students back killings

Comment #221295 by mordacious1 on July 29, 2008 at 1:38 pm

Stan Pulaski, the ten foot pole, doesn't want the job.

285. A third of Muslim students back killings

Comment #221250 by mordacious1 on July 29, 2008 at 1:07 pm

Al

If someone complains, explain that since you have to do other people's work, you should get their paycheck too. Always worked for me. Or, you should at least be allowed to take their breaks.

286. Church exorcism protected by First Amendment

Comment #221237 by mordacious1 on July 29, 2008 at 12:58 pm

So, if my church believes in burning people at the stake, the government can't get involved? Nonsense.

287. A third of Muslim students back killings

Comment #221233 by mordacious1 on July 29, 2008 at 12:56 pm

twp

You let my height-challenged remark go, I thought I was going to get smacked for sure with that one.

288. A third of Muslim students back killings

Comment #221216 by mordacious1 on July 29, 2008 at 12:44 pm

Al

I have a nephew who bet my son he could give up chew. The bet was, $20 everytime he sees him if he hasn't stopped. He is solely responsible for my son's near 1000 CD collection.

289. A third of Muslim students back killings

Comment #221204 by mordacious1 on July 29, 2008 at 12:29 pm

Steve

I was going to point out the 11 year old marriage by parental permission too, but was afraid twp would nail me in the knee cap (as far up as she could reach I think) with her bat.

Excuse me, I think that's my mom calling.(runs)

290. A third of Muslim students back killings

Comment #221200 by mordacious1 on July 29, 2008 at 12:23 pm

epeeist

Yes, I think you have some of her features, not the moustache though.

291. Faith is not the answer

Comment #221175 by mordacious1 on July 29, 2008 at 12:06 pm

Rabbi Sacks: All the world's problems, from male pattern baldness, to world wars, can be blamed on the lack of religion. Get thee to synagogue or church, solves everything, you know. Sounds like a snake oil salesman to me.

292. A third of Muslim students back killings

Comment #221153 by mordacious1 on July 29, 2008 at 11:47 am

twp

Yes, it is your fault. Send restitution check immediately.

293. Council ban on atheist websites

Comment #221152 by mordacious1 on July 29, 2008 at 11:45 am

twp

Glad I live several hundred miles away, or I'd be sliced into the rough in no time.

294. A third of Muslim students back killings

Comment #221148 by mordacious1 on July 29, 2008 at 11:37 am

epeeist

Grandfather looks like a decent chap, is your mother the tallest of the 3 young ladies?

295. A third of Muslim students back killings

Comment #221138 by mordacious1 on July 29, 2008 at 11:23 am

Al

And yet later, he ruthlessly put down any dissent in Georgia.

296. A third of Muslim students back killings

Comment #221127 by mordacious1 on July 29, 2008 at 11:06 am

hawt4dawk

Stalin was beaten often by his drunken father, who eventually deserted the family, and he was abused at the seminary as Al said. One messed up dude.

297. Council ban on atheist websites

Comment #221118 by mordacious1 on July 29, 2008 at 10:54 am

ksskidude

You probably also meant to write viewing, not viweing.

298. Council ban on atheist websites

Comment #221100 by mordacious1 on July 29, 2008 at 10:41 am

twp

Atheists are right in there with criminal activities and sexual deviancy, too.

[edit] I couldn't work there. No illegal gambling, sexual deviancy, or atheism? What would I do all day.

299. Council ban on atheist websites

Comment #221099 by mordacious1 on July 29, 2008 at 10:39 am

I think if they ban witches from certain sites, they should sic their flying monkeys on them. (fly my pretties, fly)

300. A third of Muslim students back killings

Comment #221093 by mordacious1 on July 29, 2008 at 10:34 am

epeeist

I knew someone would bring Charles Dickens into this discussion.