Young Freethought: Suggested Writing For Readers

Thursday, 3 December 2009

Suggested Writing For Readers

As promised, here is the link to the 'Atheism is the new fundamentalism debate', as reviewed by myself in November. As Andy Armitage pointed out in the comments section, the title was pretty unfortunate and probably the product of a Christian 'title-chooser'. Nonetheless, the debate is highly recommended. Dawkins in particular stands out (and that's not me being biased either).

Remember, we need submissions! To try and encourage more entries, we've come up with four essay titles we suggest our readers write about. They will be included on our sidebar and new titles will be added as old ones are posted.

America is one of the most fervent Christian nations in the world. Why has the United States failed to live up to its original secular values?

2009 marked the bicentennial of Darwin’s birth and the sesquicentennial of the publication of The Origin of Species . What is the status of ‘evolution’ like in the public sphere as the year draws to a close?

The Rationalist Association run a Christmas event for non-believers, attended by famous authors and comedians. Is it ok or right for non-theists to continue celebrating what were once deeply religious festivals?

Why, in the 21st century, after much scientific and technological development, is religion not dwindling as a remnant of our history?

These are just suggested titles. Feel free to alter them or ignore them. And don't forget that book reviews and news pieces are also welcome. Sent them all in to this address.

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Suggested Topics

This list is only a suggestion of topics to encourgae submissions. Feel free to alter, change or ignore these titles. Don't forget, we recieve book reviews and news pieces too.

2009 marked the bicentennial of Darwin’s birth and the sesquicentennial of the publication of The Origin of Species. What is the status of ‘evolution’ like in the public sphere now the year has ended?

Why, in the 21st century, after much scientific and technological development, is religion not a dwindling remnant of our history?

Why, in the constitutionally secular nation of America, does religion play a larger part in society than in the constitutionally religious nation of Britain?

Should 'new atheism' look East? Details here.

An invitation to the religious on The Problem Of Evil. Details here.

When discussing religion with faithful family and friends, how far should you go to avoid causing offence? What about when talking to strangers about the subject? How far should the right to offend go? Details here.

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