The most popular articles from God & State.

• America’s Christian Nation Myth

  An in-depth look at the myth of the United States being a Christian nation. Looking at the founding fathers writings as well as historical documents to come to the conclusion that America is not a Christian nation.

• The Sanctity of Marriage Myth

  In the debate about marriage rights, one phrase you can’t help but hear is “sanctity of marriage.” It’s this tradition and history that is said to be the reason that you can’t go changing it now. But look at marriage in today’s society and you’ll find that the idea of “sanctity of marriage” is a fairy-tale.

• Global Warming in Politics

  Is global warming a scientific or political issue? At what point are politicians qualified to make scientific decisions? Real or not real, the important decisions about global warming are not being made by those qualified to make them. They’re being made by elected representatives with minimal scientific knowledge or training.

• On Children and Religion

  All children are born atheists and eventually learn about religion. At what point should a child be introduced to religion? Do you indoctrinate your children to believe what you believe or do you teach them about religion and allow them to believe what they want?

• 2008 Presidential Candidates on Religion

  Series of articles examining the religious beliefs of the 2008 Presidential and Vice-Presidential candidates from both political parties.

• O’Reilly Bashes Atheists as Small Fanatical Group

  Bill O’Reilly continues to push his “war on Christmas” and the non-existent “culture war.”

• Religion in Society

  Where does religion fit into today’s society? A look at this difficult question.

• On Morals in Today’s Society

  Discussing the decline in morals in today’s society. Offering an explanation other than the overused “lack of religion” argument.

• On Pro-War Libertarians

  Is it possible to be a Libertarian and support the Iraq War? Or to feel strongly towards national defense, but still hold Libertarian views? Believe it or not, not all Libertarians are on the left when it comes to defense and foreign policy.