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Saturday, November 11, 2006

Elton John Blames Religion For Hatred Toward Gays

In a recent interview in the Observer's Music Monthly Magazine, pop icon Elton John stated that he believed organized religion promoted hatred and spite against gays. He said religion fuels anti-gay discrimination. "From my point of view, I would ban religion completely. Organized religion doesn't... Sign in to see full entry.

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Sunday, November 5, 2006

The Truth, So Help You God...

New Hope Church pastor Ted Haggart confessed a life of immorality to his congregation today through a letter read aloud to the Sunday gathering. He said that he'd been leading a life of deception. He apologized to his congregation and said he would no longer seek or hold a leadership position within... Sign in to see full entry.

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Thursday, November 2, 2006

Evangelical Pastor Resigns After Gay Tryst Outing

Evangelical pastor Ted Haggard of the Colorado Springs megachurch New Hope Church resigned today to allow an investigatory panel to look into allegations that he has paid a man for sex once a month for the past three years. Haggard has been at the forefront of the state to state battle against... Sign in to see full entry.

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Wednesday, October 4, 2006

God's Plan In The Hands Of A Madman

Although the similarities between the shootings at North Platte High School in Bailey, Colorado on September 27 and the shootings at West Nickel Mines Amish School in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania two days ago are apparent, it should be pointed out that Charles Carl Roberts IV, the gunman at the... Sign in to see full entry.

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Thursday, September 28, 2006

Jerry Falwell Wants Hillary Clinton To Be Democratic Nominee For President

Yes, you read the title correctly. Falwell wants Senator Hillary Rodham-Clinton to be the Democrat's choice for president in the 2008 election. And, no, he hasn't changed politics or parties. He's simply joking about something that may be all too true. Falwell maintains that Clinton would be the... Sign in to see full entry.

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Monday, September 18, 2006

A Non-Violent Demonstration Of Rage

At first, the Muslim reaction to the scholarly speech given by Pope Benedict XVI at his alma mater surprised the Pontiff and the Vatican. Words attempting to alleviate what was deemed an insult and an assault on the prophet Mohammed and on Islam itself were largely ignored. World leaders called for... Sign in to see full entry.

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Friday, September 15, 2006

And You Were Expecting Exactly What From A Former Member Of Hitler Youth?

"The emperor comes to speak about the issue of jihad, holy war. He said, I quote, 'Show me just what Muhammad brought that was new, and there you will find things only evil and inhuman, such as his command to spread by the sword the faith he preached.'" These words, spoken by Pope Benedict XVI... Sign in to see full entry.

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Tuesday, August 29, 2006

Warren Steed Jeffs, One Of FBI's Most Wanted, Captured

In a brand new red Cadillac Escalade, the leader and self-styled prophet of the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints was pulled over, recognized and arrested just outside of Las Vegas. Wanted for polygamy, sexual assault on a minor, and contributing to sexual misconduct with... Sign in to see full entry.

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Sunday, August 27, 2006

Got Jesus? Got Heaven? Got Spirit? Got Salvation?

Have you noticed all the religious billboards and bumper stickers lately that have jumped on the "Got Milk?" advertising slogan copycat bandwagon? It's pathetic. You'd think these people would come up with something a little more clever, since god is their muse. Got originality? No. And it really is... Sign in to see full entry.

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Friday, August 25, 2006

MRI Of Pittsburgh Woman Reveals Crucifix

Grilled cheese sandwiches, waterstains, tree trunks, tortilla shells, chocolate drippings, and now for something completely different. A Pittsburgh woman, Rhonda Hodge, had an MRI taken of her spine while at the Allegheny Hospital and there is an image she believes is that of the crucifix. "You can... Sign in to see full entry.

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