It's personal to me Nov 7, 2009
Zod wrote on Nov 6, 2009 4:28 PM:" Bill, thanks for the support on the legalization of marijuana.Brace yourselves guys, I just read the New Testament and Jesus was kind of a socialist. Regardless of that, Jesus was a good man and to urinate on his image is not funny, I even find it offensive and I'm Agnostic but it's not un-American. This is what separates us from everyone else. If someone did that to Muhammad in the middle east they would rape you then murder you and your family.It's not... (Cameron Observer, MO)
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For the defense is the brilliant lawyer and agnostic Henry Drummond (Jaeck). The impending trial takes on the aura of a media circus, goaded by the cynical, wisecracking newspaper reporter from Baltimore, E.K. Hornbeck (Scott Plate). (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Atheists Meet This Weekend Nov 6, 2009
SEATTLE (November 5, 2009)--About 600 atheists and agnostics are expected to gather this weekend in Seattle for the annual convention of the Freedom From Religion Foundation. Scheduled speakers include Ron Reagan, an avowed atheist and son of the former president. (KWTX.com, TX)
Click to read:Ft. Hood Suspect ID'd as Army Psychiatrist Nov 6, 2009
"No political or religious ideology could ever justify or excuse such wanton and indiscriminate violence. The attack was particularly heinous in that it targeted our nation's all-volunteer army that includes thousands of Muslims in all services, said CAIR National Executive Director Nihad Awad . We again offer our thoughts and prayers for the victims and sincere condolences for the families of those killed or injured. Hasan is a graduate of Virginia Tech University, where he was a member of... (CBS News)
Atheist group gathering in Seattle Nov 5, 2009
SEATTLE -- When some 600 atheists, agnostics and other nonreligious folks gather in Seattle starting Friday for a Freedom From Religion Foundation convention, there will be an emphatically nonprayer breakfast ... Self-described as a culturally Jewish agnostic, he s working on a book about why people leave their faiths ... bobbievee wrote on Nov 4, 2009 5:01 PM:" El Gabilon and Sammy got it right. What is wrong with you people? Religious zealots can't stand anyone who doesn't believe what they... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Rain, blood and sirens Nov 4, 2009
We have, ladies and gentlemen, sound the trumpets, a Hindu, a Christian, four Muslims, a Parsee and an agnostic (me). All here to give blood for faceless fellow humans. (Salon)
Ethan Gilsdorf talks about fantasy gaming and gamers tonight Nov 3, 2009
Her first, The Liars Club, was a bestseller and her third and newest offering, Lit: A Memoir, describes her journey from blackbelt sinner and lifelong agnostic to unlikely Catholic. Karr will read from Lit Thursday at 7 p.m. at Brookline Booksmith. (Boston Globe)
Bouncing Souls to play at Riot Room Nov 3, 2009
Other influences include 7 Seconds, Youth Brigade, Agnostic Front, The Cure and many other bands around during the '80s. Kienlen, guitarist Pete Steinkopf, vocalist Greg Attonito and drummer Michael McDermott make up the band. (University News, MO)
Critics' Picks: The dark prince of postwar Italy Nov 1, 2009
Sorrentino's breathtaking, profoundly agnostic film never tries to offer Oliver Stone-grade certainties. As presented here, political power is a malleable and mysterious thing, closer to questions of philosophy or metaphysics than to moral absolutes about truth and lies, honesty and corruption. (Salon)
Oct. 29 Letters to the editor Oct 30, 2009
Thomas Jefferson, the principal architect of the Declaration, was at best an agnostic and wrote often of the dangers of any form of "national religion". Franklin was, by his own admission, "pessimistic" about any god. (Littleton Independent, MA)
Debate explores religious origins Oct 30, 2009
Silverman is the president of the Secular Coalition for America, an organization that represents the agnostic and non-believers of this country. Silverman is known for winning a long battle with the Supreme Court for atheists holding public offices in the state. (Gamecock Online, SC)
Bankers' bonuses: Moral outrage Oct 29, 2009
He argues that banks in Britain must be free to pay as much as those elsewhere, but says he is agnostic about what that level should be. National and international proposals to reform pay at regulated financial firms are similarly agnostic. (The Economist)
Platinum Group to Decide on Sale or Partner Within Month, Chief Jones Says Oct 28, 2009
Were deal agnostic and were busy on all three paths. . (Bloomberg -- Canada)
Group: Israel Hogging West Bank Water Oct 27, 2009
Most of Israel is agnostic. Look it up maybe instead of blabbering like a tool. (CBS News)
Does God Exist...Prove it! Oct 27, 2009
An agnostic guy who cannot stand those who try too hard wrote on Oct 26, 2009 1:56 PM:" I understand your quest to be considered one of the intellectuals, above being governed by things illogical. My only suggestion to you is this: While using large words does help to cement your status as one of them, and in that respect you've excelled. You now need to focus on spelling, grammar, and the ability to post-edit your articles. Once you master this you will be well on your way to being accepted... (New Iberia, LA)
Atheists are good humans, too Oct 27, 2009
The correct position for any scientist is that of an agnostic, to separate a god or power form religion. Agnostics are not the fence sitters or wimps that Dawkins believes, but are honest about themselves. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
If you missed out on housing credit, don't fear Oct 27, 2009
Green says that until recently he was an "agnostic" on the credit but now thinks it's a bad idea. "I worry about the combination of (Federal Housing Administration) loans, which require very low down payments, combined with the $8,000 credit," he says. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Heres fresh thread Oct 26, 2009
That s and agnostic for you, just makin more work for yourself. I Report :-) You Whine :-( Ate Up With Envy mmm, mmmm, mmmmm. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
School boards: Benefit or burden to education? Oct 24, 2009
I am agnostic about the right structure for school governance. In Pittsburgh we have a school board and that s what we re working with. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Kauai Komedy for Friday, October 23, 2009 Oct 24, 2009
I wondered what s up with that and then it occurred to me, this one s an agnostic. Happy Halloween: For several days neighbors observed the lifeless body of a Marina Del Rey man who had committed suicide by shooting himself in the eye slumped over on his patio, but assumed it was part of a Halloween display. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Big Brother: Corps. Controlling Internet Use? Oct 24, 2009
They are, for the most part, agnostic as to which online applications or service their subscribers' access. No online service gets preferential treatment, and an online service that competes with the broadband provider's own offerings is delivered without discrimination. (ABC News)
TDVision Systems Wins Prestigious TV Innovations Award for Stereoscopic Video Codec Oct 23, 2009
TDVision's solution is based on firmware and software changes to enable true 3D HD on current infrastructures, ubiquitous, display agnostic, fully compatible and even allows 2D legacy compatibility with existing infrastructures. About IMS Research. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
V&V Q&A: Dr. Charles Hull Wolfe, a 20th Century Life Oct 23, 2009
Dr. Paul Kengor : V Dr. Charles Hull Wolfe, a 20th Century Life - Townhall. Columns, funnies in your inbox. (Townhall.com)
OnScreen Summit: Marketing, Media Execs Urgent On Cross-Content Measurement Oct 22, 2009
Jack Wakshlag, chief research officer at Turner, characterized Nielsen's initiative as a "good plan." But he added, "We are looking for innovation from anyone or anywhere we can find it. I am platform agnostic. I am platform neutral. Whatever platform [viewers] want to watch me on is ok," as long as there is a standard to monetize that viewing. The panel also addressed the Comcast/Time Warner's TV Everywhere initiative which aims to forge an authenticate subscribers enabling them to watch... (Multichannel News)
State House Weekly Roundup: Superseding events Oct 21, 2009
The Legislature has accomplished little since recessing for the summer, staying collectively agnostic so far on the governor s education agenda, and demonstrating little policy imagination so far this fall. Efforts to curb that storyline will likely unfold in the coming weeks, as lawmakers are hunting for budget-neutral, inoffensive bills they can pass in the remaining month or so of the 2009 legislative window, while remaining hopeful that public attention will grow more focused on the Kennedy... (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
Does Fragmentation Hurt Storage Network Performance? Oct 20, 2009
"RAID, for example, is agnostic when it comes to fragmentation; the fragmentation occurs at a layer or two above where the RAID is performed," said Schulz. "However, RAID could provide a performance boost to offset fragmentation; likewise, RAID might have to do more work in terms of to offset fragmentation issues.". (EnterpriseStorageForum)
Illustrator R. Crumb is drawn to God with his latest project Oct 19, 2009
I'm not an atheist, more an agnostic. I don't doubt the existence of God, I just don't quite know what God is. (USA Today -- Life)
Pelosi reaches her defining moment Oct 12, 2009
On compromise: "We all have our ideas and our beliefs that we bring to the table, but at some point you have to be fairly agnostic. I believed in single-payer (government health care) for 30 years. It's not going to be in the bill.". On health care reform: Town hall meetings in August were "interesting because I always say, 'Don't underestimate your opponent, but don't overestimate them either.' ". (San Francisco Chronicle)
The voluble and the Word: amen to that Oct 10, 2009
Religion shaped Australian politics but parliamentarians remained silent about their inner lives, at least until Bob Hawke, the son of a Congregationalist minister, boldly surprised 1979 Australia by declaring in the Boyer Lectures he was agnostic. It became a national talking point. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
After council prayer, will we have to think before saying 'Amen'? Oct 10, 2009
The surprises may go beyond Buddhist, Muslim, Sikh, agnostic and atheist thinking. In our years in town, we've met Lodians who profess all those beliefs. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Pastafarianism: A religious parody: USC group welcomes atheist icon; local member discusses being an 'agnostic deist' Oct 9, 2009
Pastafarianism: A religious parody: USC group welcomes atheist icon; local member discusses being an 'agnostic deist ... He is a member of the Pastafarians, a campus organization for atheists, agnostics, skeptics and non-religious students ... Jennings describes himself as an "agnostic deist.". (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Christian prayer excludes non-Christians Oct 4, 2009
davidd wrote on Sep 28, 2009 12:48 PM:" anthropis, you seem to think this is an issue of Christians versus atheists.Are you not aware that Lodi has other faiths and religions as well?We are fortunate to have a growing Muslim population, Jewish population (who attend two synagogues in Stockton), and Buddhists, none of whom pray to Jesus. We also have many denominations of Christianity, some of whom are strong supporters of the separation of church and state.Even if we accepted your suggestion... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Did you celebrate Blasphemy Day? Oct 3, 2009
The self-described "agnostic atheist" she doesn't believe in the existence of any deity but can't say for sure one doesn't exist says her introduction to religion was in college when she studied art history. Stories from the Bible, she says, are just that: stories. (USA Today -- News)
TW is Time keeper Oct 3, 2009
The insider said that the venture would not involve going into the hardware business but would be "agnostic in terms of hardware." ... The insider said that the venture would not involve going into the hardware business but would be "agnostic in terms of hardware.". (New York Post -- Business)
Texas judge rules gay marriage ban unconstitutional... Oct 3, 2009
"Because the Texas Constitution gives the CITIZEN the power to be left alone and not be forced to abide by "the majority's" opinion of how he should live his own life!!! Why should anyone other than YOU tell you who you can marry (and not kids, or your box turtle as the right wing nuts like to argue...we are talking about consenting adults)","createdAt":"2 Oct 2009 20:34:05... (The Drudge Report)
A Short Introduction to Oil Prices and Oil Inventories Oct 2, 2009
The new United States Energy Minister, Doctor Chu (who is a Nobel laureate in physics) has declared himself "agnostic" in the matter of natural gas. It would not be a good thing however if he took this approach to some other important energy resources, because regardless of what they may claim, it is not at all certain that the large OPEC producers can or will provide the oil that we think that we deserve, and which in any case we cannot do without. (Energy Pulse, CO)
The blessing of the animals Oct 2, 2009
Four legs, two legs, Episcopalian, agnostic, furry, feathered or scaled - everyone is welcome at Grace Cathedral's blessing of the animals, an annual celebration of the guy for whom San Francisco is named, St. Francis of Assisi. Images. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
'Tuesdays With Morrie' author Mitch Albom keeps the 'Faith' Sep 30, 2009
Morrie, an agnostic, nonetheless spoke of love as the keystone of life in a universe "too harmonious, grand and overwhelming" to be accidental. Albom recalls, "I used to view all this cynically. Religion seemed like something hokey and small and something to escape." But Morrie Schwartz had opened a door. (USA Today -- News)
Report On 'Nones': In U.S., Ranks Of Those Who Don't Identify With A Religion Are Growing Sep 30, 2009
Like many Nones, he now considers himself an agnostic, not an atheist. Although he views the Bible as a collection of "wacky stories" and dismisses the idea of God as an all-knowing "man in the clouds," he accepts the principle that the universe is ruled by a higher force. (FOX61, CT)
COMMENTARY / Cohasset Schools respect all views Sep 26, 2009
We are agnostic with regard to political affiliation, race, gender, and sexual orientation. We respect and highly regard the President and other leaders who are trying to make the world a better place and try to live by their example. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
Vodafone to Launch New Mobile Internet Services Sep 25, 2009
While most applications are developed specifically to work on certain phones, depending on which operating system they use, Vodafone announced earlier this year that it was developing its own application platform, which would be operating system agnostic, and allow games and applications to work across almost all of Vodafone's handset range. This will launch at the same time as Vodafone 360, with a catalogue of over 1000 applications available to different handsets, for sale through its Vodafone... (SmartMoney)
What's in a name? HP is about to find out Sep 24, 2009
A systems integrator is supposed to be product agnostic. There could be problems if the perception is that HP Enterprise Services leads and builds their solutions around HP products, said Scott Lewis, president of PS Partnerships, a consulting company that works with companies in the government market. (FCW.com)
ESPNDALLAS.COM to launch next Monday Sep 23, 2009
Meanwhile, Bodenheimer continued his ongoing push to position ESPN as a platform-agnostic brand and not one focused primarily on TV with other ancillary products ... "We didn't declare it in the middle of Times Square like, maybe, some others did. But we are absolutely agnostic in terms of how we serve content and work with advertisers. The simple aim is to be distributed as widely as possible.". (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
Priest & stripper's baby Sep 21, 2009
Or else you could always be an agnostic or an atheist. Free choice in religion: I m all for it. (The Palm Beach Post)
Ad Shop Wins Gold, Silver for Tecate Light TV Spots, Silver for Tecate Radio Spot Sep 20, 2009
The agency specializes in media agnostic ideas, breakthrough advertising, digital innovation and grassroots, retail promotional and channel marketing. Adrenalina, a new kind of agency for a new America, is a minority-owned and managed business. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Nine Questions for Ben Bernanke Sep 19, 2009
We should enter these hearings with an agnostic view about Bernanke's suitability and an understanding that he carries the burden of proving his case. This may be the one genuine opportunity to plumb the depths of lessons learnedor missedabout the economic catastrophe. (Slate)
Justice Department Settles Allegations of Religion Discrimination Against GuideOne Mutual Insurance Co. Sep 19, 2009
The suit arose as a result of complaints filed with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) by two individuals, one an atheist and one an agnostic, and by the Lexington Fair Housing Council, a non-profit fair housing organization. After investigating the complaints, HUD issued a charge of discrimination, and after one of the complainants elected to have the case heard in federal court, the case was referred to the Justice Department. (PR Newswire)
Dangerous Game Sep 19, 2009
These days citizens young and old, short and tall, black and white, Jewish, Gentile, Muslim, Agnostic and Atheistic seek one thing, and one thing only. Fame. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
Students gather, discuss religion Sep 17, 2009
Yasic Naumenko spoke for the Atheist and Agnostic Association and summarized their beliefs by saying they don't believe in a higher power and each individual has his or her own purpose in life ... No one had a concrete answer -- except for the Atheist and Agnostic Association group. (Daily Collegian, PA)
"The Lost Symbol" Sep 16, 2009
When it comes to conspiracies, I guess you could call me an agnostic. I m definitely open to new theories and takes on documented history, but I probably won t buy it unless you all but drown me with contradicting evidence. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Agito Networks Delivers Mobility Solution to Hertford Regional College to Improve Voice Connectivity and Reduce Expenses Sep 16, 2009
RoamAnywhere( )is the first and only network appliance that fuses enterprise wireless LANs, carrier cellular networks, IP telephony and location technology to mobilize voice and data applications, while remaining agnostic to customers' choices of carrier and equipment vendors. Agito enables low-cost in-building voice coverage, reduced cellular costs, improved enterprise visibility and control over cellular usage, and better accessibility and responsiveness for mobile workers. (PR Newswire)
Celebrate signing of Constitution Sep 15, 2009
Charles Ashurst wrote on Sep 13, 2009 11:46 AM:" God who inspired itYeah! Let's get back to the Constitution, I say! Enough of this departing from what the founding fathers had in mind. Are you with me?Yes, I am so with you! Ditto! Ditto!Course, keep in mind that, as you get back to what the founding fathers had in mind you're going to get different accounts of what they had in mind. Jefferson will give you a different version from Hamilton."Let's get back to the Constitution" could be taken a... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
What's Really Going on With the Latest Challenge to Nielsen? Sep 14, 2009
"Furthermore, Mandese writes, the RFP said, "We are agnostic as to who will supply us with this data; the field is open, but we need these forward-looking metrics, adequate to the high standards of trading and post-evaluation, within the next 3-5 years. "Finally, Mandese quotes from the RFP: "As buyers and sellers of advertising-supported media, we are deeply concerned that, despite the efforts of some research suppliers, media measure is not keeping pace with urgent business needs. (TVweek.com)
Held large graphic anti-abortion signs... Sep 12, 2009
I may be agnostic but these so called less knowledgeable persons seem to be able to figure out right from wrong and put it in stories to be past down through the centuries ... I may be agnostic but these so called less knowledgeable persons seem to be able to figure out right from wrong and put it in stories to be past down through the centuries ... "I may be agnostic but these so called less knowledgeable persons seem to be able to figure out right from wrong and put it in stories to be past... (The Drudge Report)
New Beginnings at the UU Church of Wakefield Sep 12, 2009
Individual Unitarian Universalists may identify as atheist, agnostic, Buddhist, Christian, Hindu, Humanist, Jewish, Muslim, Pagan, or with other philosophical or religious traditions. Not long ago, hope was in short supply inside the walls of 326 Main St., the oldest original religious building in the town of Wakefield, constructed in 1839 and set back from the street behind a large Linden tree. (Wakefield Daily Item, MA)
New book places blame for Pat Tillmans death Sep 12, 2009
He was an agnostic and maybe even an atheist. He loved cats. (MSNBC -- Lifestyle)
Why I do not believe in God Sep 12, 2009
I could also describe myself as a rationalist, apostate, heretic, secularist, Humanist and, depending on my mood, agnostic but I dont get hung up on the fine nuances and sterile debates of the many words describing the world of unbelief. If one is unpersuaded by any of the main religions, then any of the labels will do. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Common mental disorders may be more common than we think Sep 11, 2009
Guidelines published by the American Psychiatric Association that set the bar for defining what is and isn't a treatable illness are currently being revised by a rewriting of the authoritative Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM). But given the findings of these longitudinal studies, the stringency of the diagnostic criteria might need to be reconsidered, said Moffitt, who is on the committee writing the new DSM-Vstandards ... On the one hand, it could be argued that the... (EurekAlert!)
Putting Our Faith in Health Care Sep 10, 2009
Will Obama Make the Moral Case For Health Care. Thursday, September 10, 2009. (Slate)
• State colonel supports SIRCOMM, takes shot at Motorola Sep 9, 2009
"I'll tell you, what you see going on the eastern side of the state, with vendors over there versus the rest of the state, Motorola has got a huge chokehold. Let me rephrase that They saturate the market with 'We're the answer.' They are one answer. But they aren't the answer. We've got to be vendor agnostic.". For me to expand a closed architecture system using those grant dollars and then go into the local jurisdiction, (and say) 'Hey if you want to play, it's the only good game in town. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
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In an interview with The New York Times, Joffe called himself a "wobbly agnostic," but explained, "I was very interested in the idea of embarking on a piece of work that took religion seriously on its own terms and didn t play a game where one approached religion denying its validity.". Joe Eszterhas cure may have been miraculous. (Human Events Online)
Iran Leader Defiant Amid Nuke "Stalemate" Sep 8, 2009
I'm agnostic my little Islamist. and as far as recognizing "both sides " I have yet to see ONE time that you have EVER criticised anyone other than Israel or the USA.. (CBS News -- World)
FALL'S TOP PICKS: From our critics Sep 4, 2009
A third memoir by a wickedly witty poet and professor who retraces her improbable path from alcoholic agnostic to baptized Catholic. CRAIG WILSON'S PICKS. (USA Today -- Life)
Passers-by hear visitors preach Sep 3, 2009
Aside from the signs some preachers were holding -- reading "Trust Jesus" and "Evolution is a Lie," among other slogans -- students representing various on-campus organizations displayed their opposition with a rainbow flag representing the LGBTA community and a sign which read: "Atheist Agnostic Association." ... Hannah Sams (senior-music) spoke with the group of students from the Atheist and Agnostic Association because she wanted more information about their organization. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Bonding with stepchild takes time Sep 1, 2009
I am agnostic, and some weekends I d rather go running or sleep in. I usually go as a gesture of respect, but I m starting to wonder what s going to happen in five years or so when I get married or start having kids. (Boston Globe)
