When we shrink from the sight of something, when we shroud it in euphemism, that is usually a sign of inner conflict, of unsettled hearts, a sign that something has gone wrong in our moral reasoning.

I reject any religious doctrine that does not appeal to reason and is in conflict with morality.

If I ever were to invoke religion to justify the prohibition of any act, group, or institution, my credibility would be destroyed. I would thereby cement my worthlessness as a human being and eliminate my purpose to continue living.

I reject any religious doctrine that does not appeal to reason and is in conflict with morality.

I really disapprove of bombings in non-conflict areas for whatever reason, including in Bali, because it can be almost certain that innocent and unknowing victims would fall.

An environmentalist can oppose factory farming because it's reckless stewardship. A conservative can oppose factory farming because it is destructive to small farmers and to the decent ethic of husbandry those farmers live by. A religious person can oppose factory farming because it is degrading to both man and animal - an offense to God.