In a recent Weekly Update for Canadian Atheist, I made a throwaway comment about requiring teachers in public Catholic schools to actually be Catholic. It’s a very controversial topic, and my position on it is very nuanced, so I thought I’d expand on exactly where I stand on the issue.
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Even the biggest tents have outsides
Events this past week conspired to get me thinking about the topic of building a unified progressive community in Canada. Continue reading “Even the biggest tents have outsides”
31 questions for atheists
Godless Mom dug up this old list of 31 questions for atheists. It was a bit of nostalgic for me, so like Godless Mom I decided to re-answer the questions. Continue reading “31 questions for atheists”
The “right to see your face” is bullshit
For the second week, Québec’s idiotic Bill 62 has dominated Canadian news, and I have had to listen to dumb “arguments” in support of it. Continue reading “The “right to see your face” is bullshit”
Veil ban supporters are dumber – and more dangerous – than you think
To no-one’s surprise, but to widespread concern and dismay, Québec passed a bill banning anyone giving or using public services from having their faces covered. Continue reading “Veil ban supporters are dumber – and more dangerous – than you think”