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Religious Extremism Growing in State Legislatures

17 de feb. de 2024 · 17m 24s
Religious Extremism Growing in State Legislatures
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Just-Released Report Outlines Troubling Trend Toward Religious Extremism in State Legislatures, American Atheists , By , on January 9, 2024 https://www.atheists.org/2024/01/new-report-reveals-policy-trend-toward-religious-extremism-in-state-legislatures/ A discussion prompted by the unveiling of American Atheists'...

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Just-Released Report Outlines Troubling Trend Toward Religious Extremism in State Legislatures, American Atheists , By , on January 9, 2024

https://www.atheists.org/2024/01/new-report-reveals-policy-trend-toward-religious-extremism-in-state-legislatures/

A discussion prompted by the unveiling of American Atheists' annual report on the state of secular States. The report exposes a surge in legislative bills favoring religious extremism, posing a threat to civil rights, particularly LGBTQ protections and abortion access. As the 2024 election season approaches, the panel anticipates heightened religious fanaticism from lobbyists, challenging constitutional principles. The intersection of politics and religion takes center stage, depicted as a dark comedy where civil rights and reason are overshadowed.


The panel critiques legislators for prioritizing sensationalist agendas over addressing real issues, highlighting the absurdity of clickbait legislation. They condemn the use of religion as a guise for pushing political gain, lamenting the erosion of secularism and the rise of theocracy. Amidst the chaos, there's a call for public awareness and local involvement to counteract the trend of religious bills and protect civil liberties for all Americans.


The discussion delves into the media's role in shaping public perception and the importance of staying informed about state-by-state legislative developments. Phoebe emphasizes the mundane nature of political responsibilities, contrasting them with the sensationalism employed by attention-seeking politicians. However, the panel acknowledges the seriousness of the situation, recognizing the efforts of religious nationalists in perpetuating a divisive culture war agenda.


Ultimately, the panelists express hope for a decline in religiously-driven legislation as public awareness grows and political priorities shift towards addressing substantive issues. They encourage active engagement at the local level to counteract the influence of religious extremism and uphold secular values.


The Non-Prophets episode 23.06.3 aired on February 16th, 2024 featuring Kelley Laughlin, Phoebe Rose, Infidel64, and Blatant Atheist.
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