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David Bowden · 06-26-2002, 08:59 PM

Darwin's Finch's post (see below) on another thread got me thinking about how we might show some sane solidarity on the "under God" pledge issue.

I've no idea whether this court's decision will stand. My hope is that, whether it does or not, we stand together as good citizens, holding fast to constitutional principle and answering the (generally misinformed and emotional) objections to our position, with clarity and integrity.

As I see things, this could be a great time to educate Americans about an important (to us!)constitutional issue through mass media, and one important way of doing that is simply by showing that we nontheists exist and desire to participate in American life as fully as theists.

Perhaps we can generate a generic letter to the editor or a small ad to be placed in papers or in any media where this discussion is taking place.

I'm inexperienced when it comes to grass-roots activism, but I want to be involved somehow. Perhaps this thread can serve as a space for exchanging ideas and organizing some activity.

-Wanderer

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Originally posted by Darwin's Finch:
<strong>I keep thinking about Mr. Newdow and all of the hateful bullshit he's going to have to put up with. I'm sure his phone is ringing off the hook and, reporters aside, most of the calls are from people who wish him the worst. Does anyone know what community he lives in? I don't want to add to the guy's headaches by tracking down a phone number or anything, but I am considering writing a letter of support to his hometown paper.</strong>

(BTW, I think this is a really good idea, DF. Any info on this?)

[ June 26, 2002: Message edited by: wide-eyed wanderer ]</p>

RufusAtticus · 06-26-2002, 10:27 PM

I saw Newdow on Hannity and Colmes. Although, you could tell he was exhausted and many a little scared of all the attention, he cleaned up. The "liberal" agreed with him. And the conservative couldn't counter his objections to the "under god" part. I have great respect for that man.

~~RvFvS~~

06-26-2002, 10:55 PM

He said on another show that he's received several death threats. I guess that's the Christian "love" we hear so much about.

Bill Snedden · 06-27-2002, 04:30 AM

It would be really nice if we had an address (email or physical) to which we could send notes of encouragement. I wouldn't think posting it here would be a good idea, but does anyone have a contact through which we could forward encouraging words?

Bill

Rhea · 06-27-2002, 04:52 AM

I like the idea of putting it in newspapers, too.

Lets make a letter, shall we? I'm not great at it either, but I'll start.

"Mr. Newdow, you have done a brave thing, a good thing and a right thing. There are millions of people who are glad that you are who you are and doing what you're doing. I'm one of them."

Okay, Corny. Someone else?

Rhea · 06-27-2002, 04:54 AM

By the way, if we do get an address, may I suggest POST CARDS because he can know immediately that it is about support.

(Although one wonders if CHristian postal workers can keep themselves honest and deliver them all...)

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06-26-2002, 10:27 PM	#2
RufusAtticus Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: NCSU Posts: 5,853	I saw Newdow on Hannity and Colmes. Although, you could tell he was exhausted and many a little scared of all the attention, he cleaned up. The "liberal" agreed with him. And the conservative couldn't counter his objections to the "under god" part. I have great respect for that man. ~~RvFvS~~

06-26-2002, 10:55 PM	#3
atheist_in_foxhole Guest Posts: n/a	He said on another show that he's received several death threats. I guess that's the Christian "love" we hear so much about.

06-27-2002, 04:30 AM	#4
Bill Snedden Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro, NC, U.S.A. Posts: 2,597	It would be really nice if we had an address (email or physical) to which we could send notes of encouragement. I wouldn't think posting it here would be a good idea, but does anyone have a contact through which we could forward encouraging words? Bill

06-27-2002, 04:52 AM	#5
Rhea Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Recluse Posts: 9,040	I like the idea of putting it in newspapers, too. Lets make a letter, shall we? I'm not great at it either, but I'll start. "Mr. Newdow, you have done a brave thing, a good thing and a right thing. There are millions of people who are glad that you are who you are and doing what you're doing. I'm one of them." Okay, Corny. Someone else?

06-27-2002, 04:54 AM	#6
Rhea Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Recluse Posts: 9,040	By the way, if we do get an address, may I suggest POST CARDS because he can know immediately that it is about support. (Although one wonders if CHristian postal workers can keep themselves honest and deliver them all...)

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