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Ex-vangelical Frank Schaeffer Delivers Epic Rant Against Christian Right Leaders

A former Religious Right leader himself, Frank Schaeffer says the current ones are fomenting violence.

Kentucky Governor, Again, Promotes Meaningless “Bring Your Bible to School” Day

The governor of Kentucky is using his office to promote the myth of Christian persecution.

Todd Starnes Wasn’t Booted from FOX News Because of the “Moloch” Comment

Todd Starnes has a history of saying or encouraging idiotic things.

Survey: 8% of Public School Students Have Had a Teacher Lead the Class in Prayer

Religion is just a part of life for many public school students, according to a new survey.

A Judge Never Should Have Given Amber Guyger a Bible After Her Murder Sentencing

This wasn't an act of kindness. This was inappropriate proselytizing from a judge.

Veteran BBC Broadcaster: The Religious “Thought for the Day” Is “Discriminatory”

Longtime BBC host John Humphrys says his show's religious segment discriminated against atheists.

After Warning from Atheists, AL Sheriff’s Office Won’t Organize Christian Vigil

Sheriff Mark Moon, who also works as a pastor, didn't understand how the law works.

Conservative Mouthpiece Todd Starnes Has Been Fired from FOX News

FOX News said it would not renew Starnes' contract.

Mayor Pete Says Evangelicals Are Twisting Scripture to Justify Support of Trump

Pete Buttigieg holds nothing back when calling out the Religious Right's obvious hypocrisy.

Atheist Group Hopes Knoxville Billboard Speaks to Godless Students of Color

"I'm as proud to be an atheist as I am to be an African American."