In my mind fundamentalism represents a certain mindset or way of believing things. It is a mindset that believes in something absolutely and bases all other claims on the assumed truth of their belief. Evolution contradicts the truth of the bible and as a result is false. They are able to believe in the face of reason and evidence. It is nearly impossible to argue with someone who is a fundamentalist. It is useful to argue that the fundamentalist mindset is harmful and antithetical to social, political and personal progress. It is useful to offer information to those struggling with their religious belief. It is useful to create a vocal community of non-religious people. It is useful to show people who think rationally that they are not alone and that their side is not losing the fight against fundamentalism of all kinds.
"A casual stroll through the lunatic asylum shows that faith does not prove anything." -Friedrich Nietzsche
"All thinking men are atheists." -Ernest Hemmingway
"Those who can make you believe absurdities can make you commit atrocities." -Voltaire
"All thinking men are atheists." -Ernest Hemmingway
"Those who can make you believe absurdities can make you commit atrocities." -Voltaire
