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Save Middlesex Philosophy
Forwarded From: p.hallward@mdx.ac.uk and published here verbatim: Dear all, Further to my last message, about the closure of Philosophy at Middlesex: all of us who teach philosophy at Middlesex have been overwhelmed by the tremendous outpouring of support from students … Continue reading
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On the Beliefs of Others
To theists and atheists alike: If you are comfortable in your own beliefs then you are not threatened by the beliefs of others. Anger and opposition to the beliefs of others only serves to illustrate your own insecurities.
Posted in Philosophy of Religion, Quotes
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The Meaning of Heresy
The word “heretic” has become synonymous with unorthodox with an insinuation of cult-like behavior. But look at the etymology of the word: HERESY – “In ancient Greek, the verb ‘hairein,’ meaning ‘to take,’ gave rise to the adjective ‘hairetos’ ‘able … Continue reading
Essay on Libertarianism
A surprisingly insightful and intelligent response to the pseudo-philosophy known as Libertarianism, the essay, “Libertarianism: The Hottest Thing in Irrationality” appears in the student newspaper of Kennesaw State University. Quite surprising to see real intellectual content considering most content in … Continue reading
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Habermas Opens Up to Religion?
At least that’s what Stanley Fish says in Does Reason Know What it is Missing?. It is a good article on Jurgen Habermas (who doesn’t get much mention in the Corporate Media) and on the strengths and limitations of reason. … Continue reading
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