In memory of those in the film world who left us in 2020. [youtu.be]

DenoPenno comments on Feb 6, 2021:

Yes, when we "get to where we are going we will never be sick, will not get any older, and we will never die." This, friends, is because you are dead already. Strange that we lie to one another about where we are going. I see little mystery to our final destination.

New Rule: America's Mass Delusion | Real Time with Bill Maher (HBO) - YouTube

DenoPenno comments on Feb 6, 2021:

This religious fringe is real in my area. My small community even has a vehicle complete with writings of "Jesus is my savior, Trump is my president" on it's windows. We cannot talk this nonsense in my workplace but half of them believe this also. Recently a large building where cars were sold and repaired was turned into a "Grace City" mega church possibly because the owner saw the Trump prophesy in Revelation. Nationally some idiot breached Andrews Air Force base where they house Air Force One. Apparently these idiots think that if you harm the ones in power it will somehow bring Trump back. This has the same validity as me trying to dig up and re-animate a dead dog.

Off the rails: Inside the craziest meeting of the Trump presidency - Axios

DenoPenno comments on Feb 6, 2021:

The older I get the more deranged I feel others have become when it involves politics and Donald Trump. I wouldn't give him the time of day.

Just saying...

DenoPenno comments on Feb 6, 2021:

These days neither does Viagra. I'm told that if I turn loose of some money a shot will do the trick in about 5 minutes. LOL

Christian “Prophetess”: A Talking Scroll in Heaven Says Trump is Still President | Hemant Mehta ...

DenoPenno comments on Feb 6, 2021:

A talking scroll. Is this like a trumpet that blows itself?

Email to the Governor I sent a kind yet plain-spoken email to Governor Andrew Cuomo, urging him ...

DenoPenno comments on Feb 6, 2021:

For a moment let's just assume that others were also of your mindset on this and the message finally got through. Keep in mind that everything is tallied and counted and that ideas influence how people might vote. Your letter worked that way. This is how I work as a political activist. Quite often I find that the goals we are working for succeed.

Old understanding, new name?

DenoPenno comments on Feb 6, 2021:

I bet it was two people and their names were Dunning and Kruger.

Bruno and Copernicus were way ahead of their times thinking and may we never forget the barbarism of...

DenoPenno comments on Feb 6, 2021:

I agree with Bruno but he would have been better off to have kept his mouth shut. Of course, in those days the Catholic Church went around testing everyone with stupid religious riddles.

After you leave this world, would you want to be part of an amorphous, nebulous, celestial, sentient...

DenoPenno comments on Feb 6, 2021:

I used to believe that existence of radio waves actually proved the invisible world and supernatural things. Once I got older I stopped believing things simply because I like the idea. Once you are dead it is unlikely that you will have any knowledge or energy.

Does anyone not secretly hope that there is a god and that we can spend eternity in heaven with our ...

DenoPenno comments on Feb 5, 2021:

NO! Not at all.

Admin, it seems that there is a glitch the post won't let like or leave feedback.

DenoPenno comments on Feb 5, 2021:

It does not affect all posts, but only some of them.

My nephew is a typical southern Republican.

DenoPenno comments on Feb 5, 2021:

Brainwashed by parents or the conservative mindset of today.

A Baby Died Because the Romanian Orthodox Church Has an Insane Baptism Ritual | Hemant Mehta | ...

DenoPenno comments on Feb 5, 2021:

Looks like an insane procedure to me.

Rick Warren Apologizes After His Church Releases a Racist Sunday School Video | Beth Stoneburner | ...

DenoPenno comments on Feb 5, 2021:

WTF is that all about?

The Aberdeen (MD) City Council Is Illegally Promoting Christianity at Meetings | Hemant Mehta | ...

DenoPenno comments on Feb 5, 2021:

It sure sounds that way to me.

Preacher Andrew Wommack: I Prayed Away the Mildew in My Home | Hemant Mehta | Friendly Atheist | ...

DenoPenno comments on Feb 5, 2021:

The mildew was probably tired of hearing him talking. At my workplace a man was heard to say that he did not have the coronavirus and was not afraid of it because he had a good immune system.

64 year old neighbor.

DenoPenno comments on Feb 4, 2021:

Your 64 year old neighbor is falling for QAnon information that most likely came form a misrepresentation of stem cell research. I reported on this earlier when a man I deliver auto parts to had the same idea. I called him on it quickly and told him it was nonsense. Why would the manner of making vaccines change drastically in the last 4 to 5 years? Since aborted baby parts were never needed for vaccines before what makes people go crazy enough to think suddenly they are needed now? If people think a little they can see the insanity of it. One big problem is that most older people cannot search out Online truth.

Mitch McConnell said Rep.

DenoPenno comments on Feb 4, 2021:

Two different issues here.

Fox news sued

DenoPenno comments on Feb 4, 2021:

I find this thrilling but if memory serves me it was Fox News who was the first to call the election. If I am right this is just another Trump lawsuit because he is angry with Murdock and Fox News.

House impeachment managers request Trump to testify under oath next week

DenoPenno comments on Feb 4, 2021:

They say, I'm hearing, everybody knows, people tell me, they will pay, I hardly knew him, I wish her the best, etc., etc. along with lots of lies.

For the record: Michigan nuns at Trump rally aren't really nuns | National Catholic Reporter

DenoPenno comments on Feb 4, 2021:

Can you blame them? I wouldn't walk across the street to see Donald Trump.

U.S. is worst among developed nations for worker benefits

DenoPenno comments on Feb 4, 2021:

Yes, of course. This is because most jobs today do not have benefits. Powers that be took them away.

Report from German Archdiocese Admits Nuns Once Sold Orphans to Sex Predators | Hemant Mehta | ...

DenoPenno comments on Feb 4, 2021:

Just terrible.

Praise Jesus! God Destroys Family’s House But Leaves Behind Some Bible Verses | Hemant Mehta | ...

DenoPenno comments on Feb 4, 2021:

Yes, let's take our bibles, throw them in the floor and see what verse they open up to.

No the parties are not the same

DenoPenno comments on Feb 4, 2021:

I'm with AOC and progressive. If you are talking Marxism and trying to send people to North Korea and other places you miss what our social security is doing for us in America and how people want to expand it, which we should. Conservatives who want all their elderly relatives to live with them at home most likely do not have the money to take care of them. Someone would have to quit a job in order to do this. No, it is not 1900 and never can be again, but our modern democracy started with FDR.

Judge to grant request from 'Qanon Shaman' for organic diet in jail | TheHill

DenoPenno comments on Feb 4, 2021:

He should eat the same food as all the others or starve. He is not special.

Ron Reagan is an amazing guy.

DenoPenno comments on Feb 4, 2021:

I've seen this ad before and he sums it all up very nicely.

Do any of you guys have moments of doubt like maybe there is something.?

DenoPenno comments on Feb 3, 2021:

All knowledge of gods comes from books written by man. Once you understand this, and especially in Christianity, how the books were selected and put together how could you ever have any doubt? I know this and it does not stop me from being sorry for your loss. I'm sure she was a special person.

How can i tell in a good way to close friends to stop beleiving in ghosts?

DenoPenno comments on Feb 3, 2021:

This is hard to do. You have to learn to live with it. I find it strange also that people who do not believe in a sky daddy or a holy ghost will go out of their way to inform you that there are ghosts. How could this be? Why would you not believe the supernatural in a religious sense and still believe it in a superstitious sense? There are no "ghosts."

Appeals Court Says Nativity Scene Outside Indiana Courthouse is Constitutional | Hemant Mehta | ...

DenoPenno comments on Feb 3, 2021:

Wrong place, wrong time. A Courthouse does not need a nativity scene.

Is the Catholic Church really "pro-life?"

DenoPenno comments on Feb 3, 2021:

Is the Catholic Church pro life? Yes, and the mother can die giving birth to that baby. Health of the baby comes first.

Good Morning 🌞 try to make a pancake with peanut butter on top 😅 it is so good.

DenoPenno comments on Feb 3, 2021:

Hmmm. If you lived close to me I would treat you special all the time. :)

Not a bad idea

DenoPenno comments on Feb 3, 2021:

Children have no racism. They learn it from their racist parents.

Much can be explained by that

DenoPenno comments on Feb 3, 2021:

In support of how true this meme is, I found a young man working in a local business who was on the phone telling someone "pray about it" as I walked into the store. This is the same young man who works for his parents and also lives with them. They have all told me openly that Jesus would be upset with all these giveaways.

The logic of gods

DenoPenno comments on Feb 3, 2021:

That pretty much covers it. This only gets complicated more when some religions tell you Jesus and Lucifer were brothers. LOL

Did Biden and the democrats lie about the $2,000 stimulus checks?

DenoPenno comments on Feb 3, 2021:

Read up a little on this please. Trump wanted $2000 checks to go out but McConnell said no and we all got $600 instead. What the Biden camp now says is that we will all get $1400. I suppose this is to make up the difference? The claim is that some of us could be seeing this money by the later part of this month if we have direct deposit. For those who do not it might even go into April to get a paper check. There is contention on this matter right now, but a businessman friend of mine who is an avid Trump supporter, says he believes we will get the $1400. I agree with him.

Wake up, America!! The political right in this country has engaged in an insidious campaign to ...

DenoPenno comments on Feb 3, 2021:

While I am saying little here, I do agree with you. Be aware that political activists who favor our democracy are watching things daily and working behind the scenes.

Welcome to the Whorehouse for the religious faithful!!

DenoPenno comments on Feb 3, 2021:

Being from another culture they most likely did not get the laugh we have in seeing their name. As for the whore of Babylon, who is she? It depends on which denominational faith you come from.

Yesterday was Candlemas when some Christian sects celebrate the presentation of the infant Jesus to ...

DenoPenno comments on Feb 3, 2021:

Exactly. It could not have been both. As far as winter goes 6 more weeks might be in store groundhog or not.

Hello, guys! Have a good day everyone 🙂 I got a question.

DenoPenno comments on Feb 2, 2021:

Money is merely a medium. This means it depends on what you want in life that involves money. I control mine but do it within my social structure without extravagance.

I guess this makes this spineless piece of shit more of a sleaze bag with 0 integrity.

DenoPenno comments on Feb 2, 2021:

People only remember what they wanted Ted to say. Words are like the wind or the tides.

Some Southern Baptist pastors are calling Kamala Harris 'Jezebel.' What do they mean?

DenoPenno comments on Feb 1, 2021:

Jezebel brought in the worship of Baal in the OT and got Ahab to do away with worship of Jahweh. If you apply this to Kamala Harris today the religious will say she is going to go for the worship of Indian gods and not the god of the bible. In other words, the ones making these claims are racist. It is plain and pure racism.

The History of the Satanic Panic and Its Disturbing Consequences | Hemant Mehta | Friendly Atheist |...

DenoPenno comments on Feb 1, 2021:

I remember these horrors very well. At the time it all got out of hand in the 1980's I lived in Texas and there was more than reported in this video. The so called "experts" and "social workers" had no real credibility or education in their fields but they were believed at the time. I recall one who was on a radio program claiming he actually witnessed a child sacrifice. His organization got rid of him quickly because he could not back up his lie. It did not stop the panic, however. I can certainly agree with Hemant that the phenomena at work then is much like QAnon is today.

Teenager Sues Lebanon School District (PA) Over Pledge-Related Punishments | Hemant Mehta | Friendly...

DenoPenno comments on Feb 1, 2021:

All of this BS thanks to Donald Trump. The Trump take on the Pledge was about as fake as Trump is and was to divert attention from civil rights issues.

Why Scientists Are Very Worried About The Variant From Brazil [npr.org]

DenoPenno comments on Feb 1, 2021:

Looks like things will get worse before they get better. In 1918 the virus was under control by 1920. The 2 year deal may not apply for us this time.

I have noticed on this site (app) there are more older people, that which i find interesting because...

DenoPenno comments on Feb 1, 2021:

Welcome. BTW, I have not debunked "reality." People act as though religion is the reality but in the world today those that sell apps and devices are trying to create our reality. I do not let them do that for me. As for older, I am 74 and soon to be 75 in June. In the significant other realm I have went older twice and younger twice. My current ex is younger and also black, having come here from Kenya. Anyone can have a shallow mind, young or old. Life is what you make it.

Taking personal responsibility instead of blaming others. Your thoughts?

DenoPenno comments on Jan 31, 2021:

Nice post. Beautiful and well educated Dennise. I could not do half of this stuff and do not even know algebra.

I am at level two! Wondering if I have joined atheist or Scientology?👣.

DenoPenno comments on Jan 31, 2021:

Welcome. I like this site but you will see the constant repeats and those who want to define who you are using their own standards. That's about the only connect with Scientology or any other so called religion.

When faith defines one's identity, and when that faith runs afoul of political reality for millions ...

DenoPenno comments on Jan 31, 2021:

I watched this on You Tube. Some of these people are insane.

The fact that it matters to them to the degree that it does, and that they are taking freedoms away ...

DenoPenno comments on Jan 31, 2021:

Is it fear of autism or fear of Bill Gates? People are crazy.

Australian Satanists Want to Offer Religious Instruction in Public Schools | Hemant Mehta | Friendly...

DenoPenno comments on Jan 30, 2021:

OK, let's go with it. More agnostics and atheists will be created.

Lying Preacher: Heaven Says Trump is the “Government Leader on Planet Earth” | Hemant Mehta | ...

DenoPenno comments on Jan 30, 2021:

According to heaven there are lots of winged animals that can fly. This includes horses coz the prophet flew to heaven on one. No clue how they breathed air on the trip. Maybe Trump is president up there.

Rick Wiles: God Sent the Coronavirus Because Parents Are “Transgendering” Kids | Beth ...

DenoPenno comments on Jan 30, 2021:

Are parents making their kids go to the wrong bathroom again?

These Creationists Learned a Weird Lesson from Sloths | Hemant Mehta | Friendly Atheist | Patheos

DenoPenno comments on Jan 30, 2021:

BTW, there are no Answers In Genesis.

William Barr: There’s a “Militant Secular Effort” to Suppress Religion | Hemant Mehta | ...

DenoPenno comments on Jan 30, 2021:

Delusion. "Christian" delusion.

Christian Mom: eHarmony Ad with Lesbians Eating Ice Cream “Brainwashes” Viewers | Hemant Mehta |...

DenoPenno comments on Jan 30, 2021:

If you are not a lesbian why are you watching lesbian dating ads? Maybe nothing else to do. IDK :)

Happy 85th birthday to actor/author Alan Alda, born on January 28, 1936.

DenoPenno comments on Jan 30, 2021:

I liked him. Hell, I've even seen old movies with his father in them. LOL

Atheist News 1/30/21- Rabbi says vaccines turn people gay, Sherlock resigns from atheist group,+more...

DenoPenno comments on Jan 30, 2021:

Is this proper gander? Maybe the Rabbi is gay.

Ted Cruz Says Jimmy Carter, Bill Clinton and Barack Obama Could Be Impeached Next

DenoPenno comments on Jan 29, 2021:

Ted Cruz is full of it.

So - my partner died in 20.

DenoPenno comments on Jan 29, 2021:

Sorry for your loss, and I wish I had good info for you. Unfortunately I find that most people are lying, or you run onto impossible claims in profiles. Good luck.

Can a combination of logic and probability obviate agnostic doubt?

DenoPenno comments on Jan 29, 2021:

I do not have agnostic doubt. The idea that there are many gods and they come to us by word of mouth or being written on paper seem to be enough to satisfy me. It is man making the effort to be known here. The gods make no effort at all.

Survey: The Pandemic is Strengthening the Faith of Devout Religious People | Hemant Mehta | Friendly...

DenoPenno comments on Jan 28, 2021:

To the religious this is all sort of like snake handling.

Be your own best doctor Eat healthy, excerize and most of all, sleep well.

DenoPenno comments on Jan 28, 2021:

Maybe you will race us to 100 and maybe not. Anyone in your family live that long? As for sheep, chemo, and COVID, I had COVID-19 during the month of December. I did not work that month and the virus played out in about 14 days. Later I had to have drugs for the pneumonia that I was left with. OK, maybe what I had was only the flu. The last time we had such a flu was in 1918. They called it Spanish Flu. As for trusting the healthcare system, I don't do that really. Other than the above I am my own doctor and take my own prescribed pills. I've been this way all of my life. In fact, I have very few prescribed doctor meds and take about 20 or more others daily on my own. Will I make it to 100? Flip a coin.

Missionary May Face Genocide Charges After Contacting Isolated Brazilian Tribe | Hemant Mehta | ...

DenoPenno comments on Jan 27, 2021:

They will kill him too. :)

Evangelist Franklin Graham Banned from Liverpool Venue for Preaching Hate | Beth Stoneburner | ...

DenoPenno comments on Jan 27, 2021:

Great. he is incompatible with my values and even my thoughts.

Appeals Court: Boston Does Not Have to Allow a Christian Flag Outside City Hall | Hemant Mehta | ...

DenoPenno comments on Jan 27, 2021:

I'm glad they ruled against him. It's a combination of thinking your are right and wanting to get some headlines.

Pat Robertson: Single Mothers Should Be Forced To Get Married Or They Will Go To Hell

DenoPenno comments on Jan 27, 2021:

Anyone remember when that POS ran for president?

People are turning in family members, ex-romantic partners they recognize in Capitol riot footage.

DenoPenno comments on Jan 27, 2021:

Yes, it is mob mentality. Through it all you hear "take back our country" as a banner cry. Some idiot was going to kill AOC and another one Pelosi. Does that give you your country back? It gives you life in prison maybe. Trump convinced his followers to hate anything bipartisan. He had a plan. Blame China and Mexicans at our border. Stir some hatred. Now Trump is out and the hatred is still there, so what do you do? Can these people ever face reality?

Must be part of god's plan, huh?

DenoPenno comments on Jan 27, 2021:

I have no sympathy for TrumPence and mother.

TRUMP'S AMERICAN CARNAGE Airs on January 26, 2021 on PBS Frontline From his first days as ...

DenoPenno comments on Jan 27, 2021:

While this would be interesting, I'm trying to move on. I've even deleted all my Trump memes. Don't get me wrong. I hope Donald falls through his own asshole and breaks his frigging neck.

Would you go back?

DenoPenno comments on Jan 27, 2021:

This is a very good question. I live somewhere in-between Leave It To Beaver and the over bloated app world we have today. For my own safety and sanity I prefer not to be a part of either of them. Like Dr. Jekyll, - I hide.

If Trump has already been impeached by the House, how should the precedent be applied to all future ...

DenoPenno comments on Jan 27, 2021:

To answer this let's wait until future presidents create a cult of personality and attempt sedition and insurrection appear. There is nothing about Donald Trump that can be applied in any normal way to a future POTUS. This is my opinion and it also appears to be fact. What ultimate lesson do you think should be learned?

If you desire enjoyable conversation, convivial lunch/dinner and perhaps a bottle of chianti is it ...

DenoPenno comments on Jan 26, 2021:

I simply tell them I used to be a believer but I studied the bible too much. Some will accept that and some want to fight you or "convert" you. Be up front with them from the beginning.

Anti-Mask Pastor Tells Judge She “Ruled Against God” After Another Legal Setback | Hemant Mehta ...

DenoPenno comments on Jan 26, 2021:

I think he wants to be a typical televangelist type Evangelical. He certainly is acting like them.

Posting on here is like therapy to me.

DenoPenno comments on Jan 26, 2021:

Consider also that the religious believe everyone in the family tree is in heaven. When you do not agree with that it is a real slap in the face to them. Heaven is a goal. Why was everyone wrong and what are we living for? The most ancient view of this is the religious killing you for non-belief.

I remember seeing and even drawing these as a kid without knowing the original context

DenoPenno comments on Jan 25, 2021:

Kilroy goes back to WW2 days. People would draw it just like you see it here. 1940's GI's. In the UK version Kilroy was Chad.

Christian Liar Sarah Huckabee Sanders Announces Run for Governor of Arkansas | Hemant Mehta | ...

DenoPenno comments on Jan 25, 2021:

I hope the Christian liar loses. I never understood how Sarah could call her Cristian.

Don't lose hope 😊🖤🌠☘

DenoPenno comments on Jan 24, 2021:

True, and when he turned 100 we lost Hope.

Somehow ☘🌠🖤

DenoPenno comments on Jan 24, 2021:

I agree but I do not make all my thoughts public.

Confederate flag waving traitor arrested after his ankle bracelet puts him inside the Capitol.

DenoPenno comments on Jan 24, 2021:

Absolutely an idiot.

I grew up in a staunchly Catholic home in a Catholic neighborhood, and 8 years of parochial school.

DenoPenno comments on Jan 24, 2021:

I studied the bible and read it cover to cover. If you study the bible as we know it today, Constantine and how and when the books were chosen, etc. the only conclusion is that it is all bullshit. Your beloved Jesus was not even a Christian.

More political based persecution in the US?

DenoPenno comments on Jan 24, 2021:

According to Mike Pompeo the United States is not a multi-cultural nation. WTF does he think it is and where has he been all his life? There is nothing wrong with left wing sources. They are most often accused of doing what the right is doing.

Agnostics, Atheists, Heathens, Pagans, Unbelievers, Sceptics and Non-Christians be aware, be VERY ...

DenoPenno comments on Jan 23, 2021:

Only 28 days and a square February too.

I am copying from an email I received.

DenoPenno comments on Jan 23, 2021:

The state of New York will change a lot of things for Donald Trump including the name of that park. Sick 'em, New York. Go get him.

When folks don’t understand why it’s a big deal that Harris is the Vice President(no matter your...

DenoPenno comments on Jan 23, 2021:

I still run onto lots of people who come up with conspiracy theories about Kamala Harris becoming president and they do not want that to happen. I'm quick to point out that the idea of the theory is nonsense and that the people spreading this are racist.

MyPillow Guy to Sue British Tabloid Over Jane Krakowski Rumors The Daily Beast reports that ...

DenoPenno comments on Jan 23, 2021:

What is his reputation? I agree that it should be Jane who sued. :)

How many people on this site are agnostic, how many atheist, and be how many 'other?'

DenoPenno comments on Jan 22, 2021:

If I get into this again it will only be about the 6th time. You people need to wake up and realize that I will not classify myself according to your definitions of things.

Am I really undecided or just haven't decided?

DenoPenno comments on Jan 22, 2021:

Gods exist says the believer and that's about the way it all is on both sides. No evidence either way, but I switched to the non-believing side.

I just found out the last church i attended, Aloma United Methodist Church in Winter Park, FL (that ...

DenoPenno comments on Jan 22, 2021:

Did a god do the lightning strike? Thinking like that helped create religion.

Sweet as gummy 😅

DenoPenno comments on Jan 22, 2021:

I would gummy. :)

Marjorie Taylor Greene Wingnut Qanon Congresswoman

DenoPenno comments on Jan 21, 2021:

How do idiots like her ever get elected?

U.S. panel asks FBI to review role of Parler in Jan. 6 Capitol attack [reuters.com]

DenoPenno comments on Jan 21, 2021:

At work today Trumpers were talking about Parlor and how they liked it. They asked each other if they watch OAN. I immediately started laughing and said "even when I'm wrong I'm right." I don't think they got it.

Cary Grant and Randolph Scott, lived together in Hollywood for years as an openly gay couple and NO ...

DenoPenno comments on Jan 21, 2021:

The way I always heard the story is that they lived together and many wondered if they were gay. If you don't openly make a gay statement that is sort of up for grabs. They lived together for 12 years but afterwards both men married.

Ark Encounter Ticket Sales Continued to Plummet in December Due to COVID-19 | Hemant Mehta | ...

DenoPenno comments on Jan 21, 2021:

Ark Encounter cracks me up. They even have a bilge pump to show you how feces and other debris were removed from the big boat. LOL

The People who Saved America's Democracy

DenoPenno comments on Jan 21, 2021:

Good post. I worked with some of those and I guarantee you I was invisible. When you only work 2 hours a day you have lots of time to put into it. Reaching out to people is important and getting rid of the false info is too. So, it was done in social media. All these people have an ability to be an active voter. That's what counts.

Morning stretching 🌞😉🌠

DenoPenno comments on Jan 21, 2021:

You look good.

Time for you liberals to do some serious self reflection: why do i support big government?

DenoPenno comments on Jan 20, 2021:

Why do I support big government? Are you saying that Trump was not big government and that he was all for "America first?" If you are I do not need to talk to you. I'm also not replacing a god with any big government. I'm just glad that Reality TV is no longer in the White House.

If Biden really wants to bring Americans together he needs to follow separation of church and state.

DenoPenno comments on Jan 20, 2021:

Important things first.

A Wonderful Inauguration Day

DenoPenno comments on Jan 20, 2021:

What little I saw of it on local TV appeared to be very nice.

I have hope for the future (maybe)

DenoPenno comments on Jan 20, 2021:

This is actually correct. Just yesterday a man I work with told me he did not get a stimulus check because he had parents. It took me a bit to figure out what he meant. He lives with his parents.