Category Archives: Current

“Let there be no doubt that as they are currently practiced, there is no common ground between science and religion.”—Neil deGrasse Tyson

“If they respect the results of modern science, and indeed the best of modern biblical research, religious believers must move away from the notion of a dictator God or a designer God, a Newtonian God who made the universe as a … Continue reading →

“Don’t you feel fear? Don’t you agree that fear exists in any society at any time?”—Soviet Union survivor Irina Shostakovich, speaking in Chicago.

We’re having some unexplained technical issues with S&G, so the blogorrhea will be a little late this week. Thanks for your understanding.  

From our house to your house ….

“Chanukah reminds us that a little light can defeat an empire of darkness; human goodness can defy terror and brute force; and life and spiritual vitality can overcome destruction.”—Rabbi Harlig.

“It’s my belief we developed language because of our deep inner need to complain.”—Lily Tomlin.

“A world where news outlets categorically refuse to contact certain kinds of sources—a world where news outlets let third-party groups dictate the terms of their coverage—is a less informed, less accurate, and ultimately less democratic world.”—the editors of the Harvard … Continue reading →

“She challenged all of us to live up to our full potential and to represent something larger than ourselves. She will be greatly missed.”—obituary tribute to singer and philanthropist Jessye Norman, who died yesterday at age 74.

“Love your enemies. It will confuse them.”—placard on a Methodist church.

“I have yet to see any problem, however complicated, which, when you looked at it in the right way, did not become still more complicated.”—Poul Anderson

“Researchers found that optimistic people are more likely to live longer. A study of around 70,000 women and 1,500 men led by Boston University suggested those with a glass half full attitude had up to 70% greater odds of reaching the … Continue reading →