The moment you declare a set of ideas to be immune from criticism, satire, derision, or contempt, freedom of thought becomes impossible. ~ Salman Rushdie So well put by Rushdie. That goes for everything, from science to religion, from art to politics...It's core to...
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Quote that gives me chills
Truly, this quote gives me chills.... "If there is a God, He will have to beg my forgiveness." ~Phrase carved into concentration camp cell by a Jewish Prisoner Source ~ reddit
Infinite Possibilities vs. Six Feet Under
A profound, perspective jarring bit of dialogue from the HBO series Six Feet Under. What’s a little pain matter when the alternative is being six feet under. Infinite Possibilities vs. Six Feet Under.
Pink – Fuckin’ Perfect – Official Music Video & Lyrics
I was so moved by this video. Not easy to watch, but very well done and with a strong, visceral message--You're Fuckin' Perfect! Lyrics below... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ocDlOD1Hw9k Lyrics to "Fuckin' Perfect" by Pink Made a wrong turn, once or twice Dug my way...
Sarah Silverman’s Message to America ~ On Gay Suicide
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WM6xbW1DZyM Transcript below: Dear America, When you tell gay Americans that they can't serve their country openly, or marry the person that they love, you're telling that to kids, too. So don't be fucking shocked and wonder where all...
The Greatest Tragedy of Mankind ~ According to Arthur C. Clarke
The greatest tragedy of mankind's entire history may be the hijacking of morality by religion. ~ Arthur C. Clarke Notable Deaths of 2008 - The New York Times > U.S. > Slide Show > Slide 13 of 22.
The Philosopher Commuter – How One Person Can Reduce Traffic
Traffic flows in stop-and-go waves that are caused, in part, by everyone doing their best to prevent other cars from cutting ahead of them in their lane. By not tailgating, by giving lots of space to the guy ahead of your car, you allow cars to flow into lanes as...
Freedom from Kings and Priests
http://www.flickr.com/photos/62142788@N00/5486200853/ Men will never be free until the last king is strangled with the entrails of the last priest. ~ Denis Diderot, 1713-84