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Comment by Steph S. on February 23, 2012 at 9:51pm

Thanks for the video -- will watch it and share thoughts. Thanks for making it.

Comment by Mike Haynes on February 22, 2012 at 10:33am

@Loren Miller
I guess I could have expanded on theists pushing there religion into government. I have covered that someplace or another, and this video would have been an excellent spot for it (I'm actually in the middle of a debate on my FB page with a gentleman claiming that the establishment clause in the First Amendment was intended to protect Christianity in our country).

I'm new in doing this video stuff and am pretty wet behind the ears in video production. I might look at what I have so far, make some notes and perhaps produce a video that consists of a little more than just me talking (graphics, nifty effects, etc).

Comment by Loren Miller on February 20, 2012 at 7:07am

Hey, Mike

I think you missed the single biggest reason regarding why we need to speak out: people who believe as theists do will sometimes attempt to push their beliefs onto the government. Some of them even run for office. Witness Rick Santorum and his stance on abortion, birth control and women's rights. From my point of view and that of many others, both theist and atheist, his position is extreme, and I have no doubt whatsoever that, were he elected to the presidency, he would at least attempt to codify his beliefs into US law.

I suppose you could say that this is an extension of the church / state separation argument. I just feel as though it needs further emphasis. Still, having one more voice on our side of the ledger doesn't hurt - thanks!