Any latinxs or spanish-speakers here?

JWDiaz comments on Jan 8, 2018:

I speak Spanish, but I have no idea what a "latinx" is.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 9, 2018:

@JesusOrtega21 No en la lengua española; de hecho, la forma masculina es la que se usa cuando te refieres a ambos géneros. Soy Prof. de Español.

Any latinxs or spanish-speakers here?

evidentialist comments on Jan 8, 2018:

Hola Jesus. Soy un gringo en la superficie, pero todo lo que hay debajo es Mexicano.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 9, 2018:

@evidentialist Bien sabes a lo que me refiero...Yo soy argentina mas mi origen es francés pues mis padres eran de la Bretagne...como mis abuelos.

I have noticed a significant positive correlation between the religious (beliefs not supported by ...

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 7, 2018:

Religion USES fear to manipulate people. Now from there to get Trump supporters involved in this is an stretch. I voted for Trump for very specific reasons.....and no one has to do with religion. Remember, he will be President only once....and I hope it will be enough to accomplish what I and many ...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 9, 2018:

@BitFlipper Obviously you don't understand anything. I already stated why I voted for him.

Any latinxs or spanish-speakers here?

sassygirl3869 comments on Jan 8, 2018:

Comprendo un poquito.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 8, 2018:

¿Te enseñamos?

Any latinxs or spanish-speakers here?

JWDiaz comments on Jan 8, 2018:

I speak Spanish, but I have no idea what a "latinx" is.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 8, 2018:

@JesusOrtega21 No...ya que en español existen ambos vocablos: Latina y latino.

Any latinxs or spanish-speakers here?

JWDiaz comments on Jan 8, 2018:

I speak Spanish, but I have no idea what a "latinx" is.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 8, 2018:

An spelling mistake.

Any latinxs or spanish-speakers here?

evidentialist comments on Jan 8, 2018:

Hola Jesus. Soy un gringo en la superficie, pero todo lo que hay debajo es Mexicano.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 8, 2018:

La nacionalidad de tus padres es mexicana....pero ¿cuál es su origen?

Does anybody come into contact with people who actually believe that the world is around 6,000 years...

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 7, 2018:

Indeed, specially old / uneducated people. I ignore them and I keep going.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 8, 2018:

@Wolfbat I am not about to waste intelligent time talking to them.

So it turns out that Mexico isn't going to pay for the wall.

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 8, 2018:

Did you ever thought Mexico would? Why is so difficult to read "in between the lines"? The whole idea was to put the fear of god in the minds of those who wanted to cross the border....and he succeeded. The number if illegals crossing into USA from Mexico has dropped about 56%. BTW, the wall was ...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 8, 2018:

@Benmonk Here you have "The Beast". Yes, people ride this train on the top of the wagons.

So it turns out that Mexico isn't going to pay for the wall.

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 8, 2018:

Did you ever thought Mexico would? Why is so difficult to read "in between the lines"? The whole idea was to put the fear of god in the minds of those who wanted to cross the border....and he succeeded. The number if illegals crossing into USA from Mexico has dropped about 56%. BTW, the wall was ...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 8, 2018:

@Benmonk See, there is a train -commonly known as :"The Beast"" - that runs from the Mexican-Guatemalan border all the way to the Mexican-USA border....and the Mexican authorities attempt to reduce the number of people using Mexico to enter USA.

So it turns out that Mexico isn't going to pay for the wall.

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 8, 2018:

Did you ever thought Mexico would? Why is so difficult to read "in between the lines"? The whole idea was to put the fear of god in the minds of those who wanted to cross the border....and he succeeded. The number if illegals crossing into USA from Mexico has dropped about 56%. BTW, the wall was ...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 8, 2018:

@Benmonk Read carefully: It says "Mexico southern border. Dear, I saw it

So it turns out that Mexico isn't going to pay for the wall.

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 8, 2018:

Did you ever thought Mexico would? Why is so difficult to read "in between the lines"? The whole idea was to put the fear of god in the minds of those who wanted to cross the border....and he succeeded. The number if illegals crossing into USA from Mexico has dropped about 56%. BTW, the wall was ...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 8, 2018:

@Benmonk See, the top people may not want the exodus....but others do. The border centers (help for illegals maned immigrants are empty. Si no escuchas a la gente no puedes saber lo que sucede.

So it turns out that Mexico isn't going to pay for the wall.

jeffy comments on Jan 8, 2018:

Seriously, they need a wall to keep the Gringos out of Mexico when Trump dumps the next depression on Merica.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 8, 2018:

Eventually.

So it turns out that Mexico isn't going to pay for the wall.

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 8, 2018:

Did you ever thought Mexico would? Why is so difficult to read "in between the lines"? The whole idea was to put the fear of god in the minds of those who wanted to cross the border....and he succeeded. The number if illegals crossing into USA from Mexico has dropped about 56%. BTW, the wall was ...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 8, 2018:

@Benmonk Take a look.

So it turns out that Mexico isn't going to pay for the wall.

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 8, 2018:

Did you ever thought Mexico would? Why is so difficult to read "in between the lines"? The whole idea was to put the fear of god in the minds of those who wanted to cross the border....and he succeeded. The number if illegals crossing into USA from Mexico has dropped about 56%. BTW, the wall was ...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 8, 2018:

@Benmonk BVrliorve ot or not....they re leaving. See, O speak Spanish and I hear what they say.

Why are so many people still OK with the abhorrent practice of male genital mutilation ...

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 5, 2018:

Gee, a lot of lack of information on this issue. I suggest to those who think is "mutilation" to talk to a medical professional.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 8, 2018:

@GoldenDoll Not avoiding anything. I, simply, believe is the right thing to do. Period.

Does it matter anymore who makes the first move?

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 8, 2018:

A friend of mine...whom according to her own words has been called "ugly" one too many times....told me she will never make the first move a) afraid of being rejected and b) no to give a man the satisfaction of approaching him.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 8, 2018:

@GreenAtheist Apparently was more "than one bad prick"....so, no revenge with her.

Does it matter anymore who makes the first move?

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 8, 2018:

A friend of mine...whom according to her own words has been called "ugly" one too many times....told me she will never make the first move a) afraid of being rejected and b) no to give a man the satisfaction of approaching him.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 8, 2018:

@BeeHappy We are each individuals.

Humanists Stop Bible Distribution in Elementary School - American Humanist Association

wordywalt comments on Jan 8, 2018:

Both the Herington superintendent and elementary principal should be removed from office for constitutionally forbidden activity. This shows how the culture of Kansas has regressed over the past 25 - 30 years under the morally bankrupt and aggressively "Christian" leadership of Brownbach and ...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 8, 2018:

The principal for sure....and the Superintendent as well if he/she didn't stop the Principal's doings.

A lot of the religious people look down on atheist people and consider them to be immoral.

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 7, 2018:

Because religious people lack the ability to reason.... Because anybody who thinks / acts differently is a source of fear to them.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 8, 2018:

@Reignmond Well, if a person believes in the existence of a guy who looks upon mankind 24 x 7....said person LACKS the ability to reason. Period.

I am guessing the educational level in this group is higher than average. True or not?

webbew1 comments on Jan 7, 2018:

I'd be more apt to say that the intelligence level is higher. Some of the smartest people I've known in my life never even finished high school.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 7, 2018:

@BlueWave You are entitled to your opinion....but a person born with an IQ of 45...regardless of all the Albert Einstein you place around him....his IQ will remain one of 45.

Are any of you going to celebrate Mardi gras?

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 7, 2018:

As in going to New Orleans? I used to celebrate MG when I was a child, in Buenos Aires.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 7, 2018:

@BucketlistBob You can dance....if you like. I was a bride; I had a crown made of flowers and a veil. Nudism is the acceptance of the way you look.

Your thoughts on gun ownership?

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 7, 2018:

I kind of agree with you....but I know that guns don't kill people....people do. Also, mostly anything can be used as a weapon....from sharpened screwdrivers and glass to rat poison .

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 7, 2018:

@MrLizard As I said....many items in a household can be converted into weapons.

Anthropology top findings 2017 - SAPIENS

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 7, 2018:

I recently read about the discovery of fossils -baby- in Alaska...so old is assumed to be thefirst human to step on the "new world".

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 7, 2018:

Yes

I am guessing the educational level in this group is higher than average. True or not?

webbew1 comments on Jan 7, 2018:

I'd be more apt to say that the intelligence level is higher. Some of the smartest people I've known in my life never even finished high school.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 7, 2018:

See,schooling has nothing to do with intelligence...since a person is born, or not, with intelligence.

Are any of you going to celebrate Mardi gras?

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 7, 2018:

As in going to New Orleans? I used to celebrate MG when I was a child, in Buenos Aires.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 7, 2018:

@BucketlistBob Nudism, my friend, has nothing to do with physical appearance.

Why are so many people still OK with the abhorrent practice of male genital mutilation ...

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 5, 2018:

Gee, a lot of lack of information on this issue. I suggest to those who think is "mutilation" to talk to a medical professional.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 7, 2018:

@GoldenDoll Ask a guy who suffers from phimosis and you will see my point...AND HIS. Did you ever hear that to prevent is a lot better than to cure....? Hygiene is also another point.

Are any of you going to celebrate Mardi gras?

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 7, 2018:

As in going to New Orleans? I used to celebrate MG when I was a child, in Buenos Aires.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 7, 2018:

I even went to a Nudist custom party.

Are any of you going to celebrate Mardi gras?

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 7, 2018:

As in going to New Orleans? I used to celebrate MG when I was a child, in Buenos Aires.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 7, 2018:

@BucketlistBob I love custom parties.

Why are so many people still OK with the abhorrent practice of male genital mutilation ...

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 6, 2018:

To compare circumcision to mutilation of the clitoris is as s...d as s...d does.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 7, 2018:

@markdevenish I disagree but, then we are entitled to our opinions / knowledge.

WHAT'S YOUR POSITION ON ABORTION ?

silverotter11 comments on Jan 7, 2018:

The decision is for each woman to make. Her body, her reasons. Has nothing to do with religion or science. It is not the best choice but shit happens and Roe v Wade is the law of the land. Let it alone and stop trying to legislate morality.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 7, 2018:

Great comment.

Why are so many people still OK with the abhorrent practice of male genital mutilation ...

JaciBea comments on Jan 5, 2018:

I agree, genital mutilation is genital mutilation and it's disgusting. Circumcision is simply accepted as the norm and when you ask people why, they usually say for hygenic or health reasons but don't back that up with any information.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 7, 2018:

The problem is we live in a society that continues to be embarrassed about sexual issues. When you have 15 , 16, 17 y/o students who had to undergo hysterectomies because cervical cancer you realize how far away we are from the XXI century. With male circumcision happens the same.

Do you consider yourself an intellectual elite or just an intellectual?

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 6, 2018:

Well, no all his followers are uneducated; my Master's degree proves you wrong..and while I always saw his shortcomings, I voted for him for very specific reasons.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 7, 2018:

@Switchmaster Not in my case.

Why are so many people still OK with the abhorrent practice of male genital mutilation ...

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 5, 2018:

Gee, a lot of lack of information on this issue. I suggest to those who think is "mutilation" to talk to a medical professional.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 7, 2018:

@GoldenDoll Read about phimosis.

WHAT'S YOUR POSITION ON ABORTION ?

zanyfish comments on Nov 19, 2017:

Without any context, this question is pointless. It is also my opinion that extremes of "the woman should always be allowed to choose" v "the unborn child has a right" are also warped with first explaining the context. Some examples - the child is 1 week before being born, the child will be ...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 7, 2018:

@JeffMurray Who decides the woman life is at risk? A medical professional, guy. About your example: Yesssssssssss, no woman should be forced to deliver a baby she didn't / doesn't want....and I doubt any intelligent woman will want a child from a mentally disturb man.

Religious impact nationwide

Sacha comments on Jan 6, 2018:

My Country New Zealand is lead by our female beautiful Prime Minister, who is openly Atheist, unmarried, no children, feminist, gay rights activist, supporter of legalizing cannabis and wont take any shit or be bullied by Donald Trump,and openly Atheist. I may of blahed on about it in a couple of...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 6, 2018:

I spent an adooooooooorable week in New Zealand. Auckland, Rotorua, Waitomo Caves....Lovely.

What is your darkest, most difficult experience?

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 6, 2018:

The three seconds the doctor took to tell me "Is cancer...but is a good cancer."

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 6, 2018:

@Annaleda You are a survivor....My cancer was -by nature- a slow growing one and, also, caught very much on time. I didn't need any treatment; two days after the surgery I was home....and four days after I was driving.

Dating after 50

Paul628 comments on Jan 6, 2018:

**WHERE DO YOU LIVE??** LOL

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 6, 2018:

I live in New York.

Egypt Criminalizing Atheism

mymysticcrow comments on Jan 6, 2018:

They aren't the only country of nut job zealots that persecute nonbelievers...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 6, 2018:

Remember Torquemada?

In a world free of religion, what rules would no longer apply to you?

Varn comments on Jan 6, 2018:

The rule of keeping my mouth shut … and not opening it until I ‘know it’s safe’ to speak freely. Granted, it’s a self imposed rule, but unfortunately, a necessary one ~

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 6, 2018:

@Zster Which school district are you talking about? In NYC public school system anybody who proselytizes will be escorted out of the premises.

Why are so many people still OK with the abhorrent practice of male genital mutilation ...

AgnosticBear comments on Jan 5, 2018:

Dude I won’t even watch a porn when the dude is uncut. From all the women I have talked to on this subject over the years they think it’s gross too. (Sorry if I hurt anyone’s feelings or gave them a complex).

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 5, 2018:

@josmi6699 Are you saying that in America women are mutilated? I think you are " a little too wrong".

I want to change my name.

VirginCotton comments on Jan 5, 2018:

Lucas McCain?

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 5, 2018:

The Rifleman.

How do you feel about people saying "I'm proud of my heritage", "I'm proud of being British", etc.

Rudy1962 comments on Jan 5, 2018:

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=iOmQP9guIl0 ???? George Carlin on national pride - YouTube

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 5, 2018:

Excellent.

How do you feel about people saying "I'm proud of my heritage", "I'm proud of being British", etc.

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 5, 2018:

What bothers me is when an American born says "I am Italian, Irish, Polish, Ecuadorian....." basing his / her answer on the ancestors' nationalities. Now, when somebody says "I am proud of being blonde." I CAN'T HELP BUT TO LAUGH.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 5, 2018:

@GoldenDoll I ask them " Are your parents Italian / Irish / Polish....? " and they answer me "No, my great/great grandparents were. " My parents were French, I was born in Argentina and I have lived a lot more years in USA than anywhere else. When I travel I use my USA passport. Period.

Are Atheists fools? [youtu.be]

dwayneboggan comments on Jan 5, 2018:

I do not believe that atheist are fools.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 5, 2018:

I was being sarcastic.

The Bible is fictional

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 4, 2018:

Recently, upon stating I am an Atheist, I was told I needed to get a Bible. My answer was "No thanks, I don't need toilet paper."

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 4, 2018:

@resserts Actually, I also have a Bible....is in Spanish and it was printed in 1952....I have as literature.

In your experience, do you find that people are accepting or unaccepting of your non-belief?

MyLiege comments on Jan 4, 2018:

I haven't experienced outright discrimination in Florida. I don't advertise, but if I am asked, I will communicate where I stand. For the believers asking me, they generally give a nod and a "hmm." Often that's as far as the conversation goes, thankfully. I also don't bring up the subject of ...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 4, 2018:

@silvereyes Actually it was in New Jersey...at a party.

In your experience, do you find that people are accepting or unaccepting of your non-belief?

MyLiege comments on Jan 4, 2018:

I haven't experienced outright discrimination in Florida. I don't advertise, but if I am asked, I will communicate where I stand. For the believers asking me, they generally give a nod and a "hmm." Often that's as far as the conversation goes, thankfully. I also don't bring up the subject of ...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 4, 2018:

Well, I had people moving to another seat upon finding out I am an Atheist.

The fact that there are more women joining this site gives me hope.

mistymoon77 comments on Jan 4, 2018:

Hell ya.. toast to the women that are free from brain washing, have mind of their own, don't need invisible gods to make us happy, can carry on a conversation without saying.. let go and let god.. :) But I have to say, non theist women are experiencing or have been through the same crap when it ...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 4, 2018:

@ReadyforaChange No every man is an idiot who thinks dating a much younger girl will help him "to get in shape".

The fact that there are more women joining this site gives me hope.

Stevil comments on Jan 4, 2018:

I was wondering the same thing. I also thought it might be the herd instinct the way they have to group up to go to the bathroom. Seems like in the Bible Belt Every Woman was Christer

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 4, 2018:

@Stevil Going to the bathroom in pairs has nothing to do with religion but with PREVENTING THE GUY from making a pass at the other girl....SO I WAS TOLD. LOL

Religion and school

rpmazzella comments on Jan 4, 2018:

I think it is important to teach children about religion. All schools should teach religion (not as a science but as a philosophy). The problem is when you are only teaching children about one religion you are not teaching any more - this becomes indoctrination. Teaching children about anything as...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 4, 2018:

Most schools teach religion/s as you say....and is very important that they do since the kids must know what religion is all about...to make their own decisions and to be aware of what religion has done to mankind.

Like many Humanists we major in Human Rights. But what exactly is a right ?

sassygirl3869 comments on Jan 4, 2018:

Our human rights are so in danger right now in the US. 1. Our Attorney General is interferring with state legalization of Cannabis-recreational and medical. The Federal Govt is trying to take away state's rights. I can see California trying to succeed from the U. S. 2. trump's ...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 4, 2018:

I don't think USA will face a second Secession War.....by I agree with you that some rights are in dangerous....like the one to bear arms, for instance.

Congratulations to @atheist, who posted enough philosophy during his New Year's recovery to join ...

ErichZannIII comments on Jan 4, 2018:

Indeed. That is quite an accomplishment. Doesn't Level 8 require 50,000 points?

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 4, 2018:

I am jealous...............lol

Does anybody have an opinion on why the Vatican...

GreenAtheist comments on Jan 4, 2018:

The Vatican stockholders want to increase revenue accordingly forced out the pedophile rapist Joe Ratzinger from CEOpapacy and installed a Portuguese Brazilian colonialist ALIAS "Francis" matters not which country hosts this rapist priest enabler and obstruction of justice felon destroying evidence ...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 4, 2018:

Pope Francis is not Portuguese but Argentinian....and the idea behind electing a Pope from Latin America was to protect / increase the membership....since Mexico and Brazil are the two countries in the region with the largest number of Catholics.

The fact that there are more women joining this site gives me hope.

BucketlistBob comments on Jan 4, 2018:

Well there brother.... here's something to think about. Watch "Rodney Carrignton Marriage" on YouTube https://youtu.be/EYk3W72_QzU

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 4, 2018:

@BeeHappy Enjoy this one too: https://youtu.be/t7Y0I91rubg

The fact that there are more women joining this site gives me hope.

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 4, 2018:

Hopefully these two Atheist groups in your state can help you. Siouxland Freethinkers, Sioux Falls Black Hills Freethought,Sioux Falls

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 4, 2018:

@btroje Sorry, I clicked on the wrong state: Here is SC Freethought Society of the Midlands, Columbia Greenville Non-Theists Myrtle Beach Humanists & Freethinkers SC Humanist Families Meetup SC Freethinkers Meetup Secular Humanists of Lowcounty Secular Humanists of the South Carolina Midlands Upstate atheists Philanthropic missions Upstate atheists meetup Charity beyond belief!

Do you volunteer in your community?

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 3, 2018:

I used to be a Lion....but, then, I decided that my time would be better used by knitting for the local Veterans Hosp.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 4, 2018:

@Redcupcoffee Nothing special; we crochet lap blankets for the veterans to use with the wheelchairs, other ladies knit hats and scares

Do you volunteer in your community?

LeighShelton comments on Jan 3, 2018:

yes I help animals

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 3, 2018:

For the only reason I would love to live in a house is I want a cat and a dog.

In your opinion, is natural selection the best way to improve a species?

Naeem comments on Jan 3, 2018:

Natural selection is very slow, in the near future genetic engineering is going to replace natural selection.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 3, 2018:

Is amazing how people's way of thinking changes with time. In the 1940s " genetic engineering" was seen as a horrible thing.

So atheist or agnostic men don't shave, huh?

Hominid comments on Jan 3, 2018:

We like to stroke our beards while pondering deep thoughts. Lol...

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 3, 2018:

The renamed them "beards"?

What’s one thing that a religious person has ever done to make you very angry?

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 2, 2018:

He / she attempted to convert me.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 3, 2018:

@EmeraldJewel Because they have been brainwashed to do so.

Does anybody have an opinion on why the Vatican...

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 1, 2018:

...select as Pope a Cardenal from Latin America?

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 2, 2018:

Because Christianity is losing members in Europe....to other religions and / or to Atheism.

What would you do in the event of a zombie apocalypse?

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 1, 2018:

I DEAL WITH ONE EACH TIME I GO TO THE COM. CENTER TO KNIT WITH THE OLD LADIES......LOL

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 1, 2018:

@btroje I don't doubt it for a sec....lol

Cheers! Have A Happy and Safe New Year!

atheist comments on Jan 1, 2018:

I hope you shook the bottle first! lol All the very best to you in the new year! :)

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 1, 2018:

Sorry, I don't drink / smoke.

Top tips for meeting soemone new

EllenDale comments on Dec 31, 2017:

Volunteer for things you believe in.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 1, 2018:

Habitat dor Humanity is a good one.

Top tips for meeting soemone new

DUCHESSA comments on Jan 1, 2018:

Attend seminarues on subjects you like.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 1, 2018:

Which I have not found in my area...lol

Aren't we all agnostic?

6DecadesYoung comments on Jan 1, 2018:

To the question of religion, a friend of mine often replies, "I don't know, and you don't either."

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 1, 2018:

A better answer is "I don't care."

Aren't we all agnostic?

Buketoballs43 comments on Jan 1, 2018:

We're not born that way.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 1, 2018:

We are all born Atheists

Aren't we all agnostic?

steve148 comments on Jan 1, 2018:

Agnostics believe in god, just not religion. Atheists don't believe in god

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 1, 2018:

Agnostics: No sure of the existence of God

Top tips for meeting soemone new

sassygirl3869 comments on Dec 31, 2017:

Meetups.com has groups for all ages, sexual orientations, hobbies, and agnostic/atheist groups for all kinds of activities. Great way to meet locals.I don't know about UK though.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 1, 2018:

@EllenDale Is any of these groups near you? Atheist Scholars, Royal Oak Camp Quest of Canton Center for Inquiry, Grand Rapids Detroit Atheists Meetup Group, The Freethinking Women of Michigan Grassroots Atheism Project, Bloomfield Hills Heretics Anonymous Bible Study, Livonia Michigan Atheists, headquartered in Allen Park Michigan Skeptics Association, Canton/Ypsilanti Minority Atheists of MI, Dearborn Hts Black Nonbelievers of Detroit, Detroit

Would you marry for money or more freedom?

KKGator comments on Dec 31, 2017:

I see no reason to marry anyone. It's nothing more than an antiquated social/legal construct that benefits only the government and divorce lawyers. No relationship needs the government's "blessing" to make it valid.

DUCHESSA replies on Jan 1, 2018:

@Castlepaloma I may be wrong but whatever you acquired before marriage doesn't get divided upon divorce.

This site is very exciting.

btroje comments on Dec 30, 2017:

what would you lobby for as an atheist?

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 31, 2017:

@DUCHESSA It should read "I said...."

This site is very exciting.

btroje comments on Dec 30, 2017:

what would you lobby for as an atheist?

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 31, 2017:

@btroje U said "in NYC"....I never said it doesn't happen. OK?

This site is very exciting.

btroje comments on Dec 30, 2017:

what would you lobby for as an atheist?

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 31, 2017:

@HippieChick58 In my 26+ years as a teacher in the NYC Public School System I never saw the Boble being impossed on the students....not even mentioned.

Single or Partnered, looking or not?

DUCHESSA comments on Dec 30, 2017:

I am single and I was told that at my age I should remain single. Well....

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 31, 2017:

@LeighShelton I am the type of person who lets things come to me.

What should we do with people and governments that persecute (even murder) Agnostic.

sassygirl3869 comments on Dec 30, 2017:

Contact your senator if its out of US. If its local call your your Governor. Contact the media. Get on social media.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 30, 2017:

If it happens outside USA nothing that we can't do....and I doubt it would take place in our country.

Why in these groups one never finds people from NY, NJ....even from CT?

PatNovotny comments on Dec 30, 2017:

I'm from ct. And hoping to find real friends .

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 30, 2017:

Connecticut Valley Atheist Meetup, South Windsor The Humanist Association of Connecticut, New Haven Atheist Humanist Society of Connecticut and Rhode Island, Norwich

Why in these groups one never finds people from NY, NJ....even from CT?

AmiSue comments on Dec 14, 2017:

Representing Connecticut here! I only know 4 atheists here - 2 of them my spawn! I recently searched for groups but only found one in Westchester not local.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 30, 2017:

I used to belong the one in Westchester; his original leader moved to CA and recently passed. I left said group.

I do envy the community participation and fellowship that Churches provide.

DUCHESSA comments on Dec 29, 2017:

No so fast, friend. There are many A/A organization at the local level in many states. I have a list of them, state by state, and I could post it if somebody wants to investigate the issue.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 30, 2017:

@jeffeder But another member of said org. may know / have friends that are nearby....I know several Atheists in my area but they don't wish to belong to any of the A/A local groups....and those who do belong are not my cup of tea.

I do envy the community participation and fellowship that Churches provide.

DUCHESSA comments on Dec 29, 2017:

No so fast, friend. There are many A/A organization at the local level in many states. I have a list of them, state by state, and I could post it if somebody wants to investigate the issue.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 29, 2017:

@jeffeder These names may help you; they may be far from you but if you contact them they may provide you with info. on org. near you. Humanist Association of Canada, Centre for Inquiry Canada, Toronto Secular Alliance

How much $ does a person need to be content & comfortably enjoy life?

DUCHESSA comments on Dec 28, 2017:

Exactl y the amount the individual decides is what he/she needs.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 29, 2017:

@atheist Would you place it on the government?

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YesImDonald comments on Dec 28, 2017:

Well, I'm a guy, therefore take what I say with a large handful of salt. Also know that I have a thing for arguing both sides, because I see great points to both of them. Finding a satisfying answer for you is a hard as it is to find one for myself. To keep form making large paragraphs, I'm just ...

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 28, 2017:

The line quoted below tells me everything; I don't see a point in discussing this subject with you any longer: ""Like it or not, you ARE killing a baby if you have an abortion..."

What do you say to your kids when a pet or family member dies?

clarkatticus comments on Dec 27, 2017:

It takes every ounce of my willpower to not play Monty Python's dead parrot skit. Just joking. I have dogs and I'm 61, when one dies I will been sad beyond belief, but I will get another rescue and start over. I may not believe in a god but I do believe in love. This is what I will tell children.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 28, 2017:

I wish I could have pets in my apartment (not allowed). When we lived in a house, we had two cats and two dogs....they "lived" in the shed (insulated) and we were like wet rags against the pole when these pets passed.

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mistymoon77 comments on Dec 27, 2017:

Pro Choice all the way. Keep your politics and beliefs out of the bedroom and away from a woman's body. No one should dictate how or what they choose to do with whatever situation arises.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 28, 2017:

I used to share good Atheist time with Polly Roinstein; she was the head of the Westchester Coalition for legal abortion. Polly always mentioned her chat on abortion with a very well known local senator; he told her "We don't care about the fetus...but we don't want to give women so much power and, at the same time, to lose a campaign issue.

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jacpod comments on Dec 27, 2017:

I was forced to have a sterilisation in 1972 when I wanted an abortion, I had two children and was using birth control a coil - I was treated like muck by all the staff at the hospital so I am up for a womans' right to choose!

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 27, 2017:

You were part of what many years before, in Puerto Rico, was known as "La operación" (the surgery)

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El-loco comments on Dec 27, 2017:

It's weird that there is a site where people can debate this issue without attacking each other.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 27, 2017:

Don't you think it has to do with no believing in "A child is a God's gift"?

What's your weather like right now?

DUCHESSA comments on Dec 26, 2017:

24 F = -4.4466 C NY

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 26, 2017:

@BucketlistBob Well, I am only 5'2"

In your opinion, what habit is most annoying about other people?

twshield comments on Dec 26, 2017:

People that Talk really LOUD! Often times they dont realize it or perhaps are hard of hearing, but i find that extremely annoying especially if i am in a small place like an elevator with them and they are screaming into a cell phone

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 26, 2017:

In most cases this is a natural condition -Italk loud- and can't be changed.

In your opinion, what habit is most annoying about other people?

Hominid comments on Dec 26, 2017:

Chewing with their mouth open.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 26, 2017:

When that happens I get up and leave.

What's your weather like right now?

DUCHESSA comments on Dec 26, 2017:

24 F = -4.4466 C NY

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 26, 2017:

@BucketlistBob Freezing; the wind pushed me around. I spent yesterday at the hospital and today I only went to the pharmacy and back.

What's your weather like right now?

DUCHESSA comments on Dec 26, 2017:

24 F = -4.4466 C NY

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 26, 2017:

@BucketlistBob The sensation is 19 F

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Carleigh comments on Dec 24, 2017:

What people who have never had one don't know is that abortions hurt like hell. It's not something you just go in and do then walk out as though nothing happened, like getting a pap smear. And even if you know for a fact, as in you've seen conception and development in a microscope yourself as a ...

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 25, 2017:

WELL, IS NOT ALWAYS THE CASE (pain).

why are agnostics afraid of using the word atheist?

wordywalt comments on Oct 28, 2017:

Simply because they are not emotionally "there" yet.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 23, 2017:

I fail to see your point; it may be because I was born into an atheist family.

Why do you reject the idea of religion?

Teresa comments on Oct 16, 2017:

Religion is a mental illness.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 23, 2017:

Well, since auditory experiences and hallucinations are common among the extremely religious people, I would say that in some cases religion and schizophrenia are closely related

why are agnostics afraid of using the word atheist?

daddy4pugs comments on Oct 28, 2017:

They feel as if it is a safe place, a place where the believer can still think there is "hope" for you. There is less of a stigma attached to being agnostic. Those who cling to agnosticism, may still be hoping for an afterlife possibility, and the fear of death remains. It is a scary step to let ...

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 23, 2017:

If a person worries about the believers stigmatizing him / her, said person doesn't know what he/she is, wants or needs.

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El-loco comments on Dec 17, 2017:

Absolutely no position on this. Everyone should choose for themself. (As long as it doesn't affect me.)

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 23, 2017:

@El-loco A fight? I believe you are really confused. I only stated that you -or any other man- lccks the right to opine / say anything on abortion....even if the man is the "FATHER".

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GoldenDoll comments on Dec 22, 2017:

Ooooh! CAPS LOCK! Of course on demand. No woman takes this decision lightly, but she makes it on her own. Her body, her decision.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 22, 2017:

@Agnostic1 Medical is just about the only reason....and compared with pregnancy / delivery said surgery is nothing.

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Ktcyan comments on Dec 22, 2017:

I think we need to do whatever possible to take the focus off abortion and place it on prevention. Free birth control anywhere assessable. I believe in a woman's right over her body wholeheartedly, but we must offer solutions being that women are not being offered autonomy by portions of our ...

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 22, 2017:

Of course prevention is the way....but if we "select" no to educate the people we will never see the end of this problem.

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Chazzz comments on Dec 22, 2017:

If the mother wants to end the pregnancy, that is her decision alone. I do not think ill of it because the entity that is reincarnating will just move on to another baby. The body is not so important, it is the entity reincarnating that is important. The body is like a vehicle and when it cannot be...

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 22, 2017:

whatever.

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GoldenDoll comments on Dec 22, 2017:

Ooooh! CAPS LOCK! Of course on demand. No woman takes this decision lightly, but she makes it on her own. Her body, her decision.

DUCHESSA replies on Dec 22, 2017:

I will never understand a person saying "To abort is a difficult decision for a woman." Is not.