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Kitty Mervine, on August 23rd, 2010
When I moved to Spofford Village in New Hampshire almost twenty years ago, I knew that I had found a wonderful, special place. The village of less than a thousand people sprawls across Route 9, a two-lane “interstate” linking the small towns of Brattleboro and Keene.
There is no stoplight in Spofford, so the village
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Sharon Hill, on August 17th, 2010
When I was seven or so, I remember watching TV shows like “Three’s Company” and “M*A*S*H” and listening to AM radio playing songs like “Afternoon Delight”, “Undercover Angel” and “Kiss You All Over”. I didn’t really get the adult content. My parents didn’t fuss about it or change the channel. Sure, they wouldn’t let me
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Kitty Mervine, on August 5th, 2010

When I travel, local “woo” always appeals to me. I find it comforting to know non-critical thinking exists all over the world. Visiting Europe gives the average US skeptic a chance to study historic “woo”, which is usually is related to religion.
When in Paris I always try to visit the Musee Cluny. The museum is
Continue reading Kitty’s Wide, Wide World of Woo: Paris, Part Two
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Sylvie Galloway, on July 23rd, 2010
Here are a few skeptical questions for you.
Can a person of religious persuasion also be considered a skeptic?
Does being skeptical lessen ones religious faith because of the feeling that certain things may not be what they seem?
Is it a “lack of faith” or is it the individuals desire to see a little more backing
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Erin McMichael, on July 22nd, 2010
Blinded by the truth by Lorraine Daley
After a long day of working as a slave/intern at a prestigious university on the other side of the country, I came home to my summer sublet, plopped down on my rented bed and called my mother. The usual small-talk ensued, recounting my long day of data
Continue reading Skepticism: A Double-Edged Sword? A Philosophical View
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Elizebeth Turnquist, on July 20th, 2010
by Elizebeth Turnquist
While I easily identify as a skeptic, I’m often reticent to identify myself as a part of the skeptical movement. If the definition of skepticism is “the promotion of critical thinking” then it’s natural for me to identify as a skeptic. On the other hand, if the definition of skepticism is the “debunking
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SheThought.com, on July 9th, 2010
From The Guardian:
A 43-year-old Iranian woman will not be stoned to death after an international campaign launched by her children.
It is unclear whether the authorities have lifted the death sentence for alleged adultery against Sakineh Mohammadi Ashtiani or if she faces execution by another means.
I know the dealth penalty
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SheThought.com, on July 5th, 2010
It is no secret that there is dissent within the skeptical ranks, both in terms of philosophy and method. What may be less known is that there is even drama within the micro sub-cultures of this “movement”, some of which I am less than proud to be a part of. When James Randi split
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