The New Humanists’ God Trumps appears to be becoming a bit of a mini-phenomenon. Catholic Herald editor Damian Thompson has claimed it is Islamophobic because it pointedly refuses to make any Muslim jokes (the satirical point being made is rather lost of Mr Thompson). Personally I found the feature quite amusing, but a couple of… Continue reading God Trumps: Bonus Cards
Category: culture wars
Bad Faith Awards: it’s like being asked to choose between my children!
How on Earth is anyone supposed to be able to pick a winner amongst this set on bozos shortlisted in the New Humanist’s Bad Faith Awards? It makes you realise quite what a year it has been on the culture wars front. Personally, on reflection, I’ve gone for the governors of St Monica’s School, Prestwich… Continue reading Bad Faith Awards: it’s like being asked to choose between my children!
Prof Dawkins vs Prof Dumbledore – AND ONE MUST DIE!
Apparently Richard Dawkins thinks that Harry Potter damages children. Except he doesn’t. Dawkins’ views on Harry Potter remain to be seen. Personally, I think the politics of Potter are slightly iffy (being a paean to meritocracy in which the bad old elitists get their comeuppances while the good new elitists get to inherit the earth… Continue reading Prof Dawkins vs Prof Dumbledore – AND ONE MUST DIE!