RE: We should take the Moral Highground
April 5, 2012 at 7:46 pm
(This post was last modified: April 5, 2012 at 7:46 pm by Oldandeasilyconfused.)
Quote:being an atheist allows you to be insulting and degrading to others who believe in something you don't?
Being an atheist is irrelevant,at least in my country. We call the right 'freedom of speech'. Here that right includes (anyone) being able to give gross offence. As Stephen Fry so eloquently said " you're offended? So fucking what?"
My observation is that believers everywhere take full advantage of that right and use it against anyone who does not happen to share their personal superstitions.
You have no right of expectation here or anywhere else. My respect is earned. Post drivel and your post will be attacked.
IF you make a positive claim such as "I believe in God"',you WILL be challenged. Declining to explain your position will earn neither respect nor credibility. Only a problem if those things matter to you.