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It’s fair to question how religion influences politicians
If religious institutions use their power to coerce MPs, they must expect religious candidates to face additional...
Book review: ‘Rethinking Law and Religion’ by Russell Sandberg
This new book highlights why it's vital for secularists to follow the future of the field of law and religion, says...
Book review: ‘The Divine Economy’, by Paul Seabright
Paul Seabright's economic perspective on religion provides useful insights into the power of religious institutions...
We must stop ignoring the elephant in the (religious) court room
As the issue of religious 'courts' is debated in UK media, Helen Nicholls says we must not be afraid to point out...
Blasphemy laws, not books, belong on the bonfire
During Banned Books Week, Helen Nicholls examines the impact of blasphemy laws on those who write about religion –...
An exciting and unique introduction to the life of Thomas Paine
Paul 'Polyp' Fitzgerald's Paine: A fantastical visual biography is a new graphic novel on the life of Thomas Paine,...
Terry Sanderson’s memoir shows gay and secularist activism go hand in hand
Helen Nicholls reviews The Reluctant Gay Activist, the revised memoir of former NSS president Terry Sanderson.
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Women Leaving Islam: the rights of those who leave religion must be protected
The film Women Leaving Islam shows the risks facing those who stand up for the fundamental right to leave religion...
Barbara Smoker’s remarkable life should inspire us all
Former NSS president Barbara Smoker's book My Godforsaken Life: Memoir of a Maverick reminds us of the value of ordinary...