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Elevatorgate and the power of words

Elevatorgate and the power of words

Posted July 14, 2011 by Jacques Rousseau

The origins of what has now become a bitter war between various elements in the secular community lie partly in a failure to understand context, or to apply the principle of charity. Some posts on Elevatorgate make it appear that Watson accuses all men of being rapists, and others that Dawkins is a misogynist – but neither viewpoint seems justified.

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Updated African science and skepticism blogroll

Posted January 3, 2011 by Jacques Rousseau

A list of African blogs that focus on science and skeptical issues. If you’re looking for content that is free of woo and mysticism of other sorts, give these a try.

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“Open motivational letter” from Michael (Pastor)

Posted April 29, 2009 by Jacques Rousseau

“Open Motivational Letter seeking for support To Our Debate against the Agnostics and Atheists Group at UCT” by Michael Nlandu

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