Four Words to Start the Rebellion: Faith Is Not Fact
What is it in the human psyche that leads many of us to accept supernatural explanations for life’s greatest mysteries?
Just a tired dad who lives on coffee and an obsession to fight oppression through science and reason.
What is it in the human psyche that leads many of us to accept supernatural explanations for life’s greatest mysteries?
Unfortunately, many people assume morality comes from religion, or at the very least, that religion played a central role in its advancement.
In actuality, nothing could be further from the truth.
Our first action as Scientific Rebels is to take the bold step that has eluded previous generations. The reason for separating church from state is that faith is not fact. Decisions at every level of government must be based on facts, data, and evidence – not supernatural speculation.
It may be only four words, but faith is not fact represents four hundred years or so of scientific discoveries that culminated in one of humanity’s crowning achievements: the scientific method. It is a testament to human curiosity – and our insatiable search for truth.
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