10 Things I wish the Atheists at DU knew about Theists at DU (at least this one)

[AtheistCrusader]

61. Who is 'we'?

Because I can think of exceptions to that list.

For instance, number 8 may be strictly true, but they are in some cases, members of churches that ARE homophobic, racist, or sexist. Meaning, the weight of their existence as a constituency is used to bolster the churches credibility when lobbying for political issues, like eliminating abortion, etc. Also, their tithing is used to either directly fund lobbying, or offset church operation costs allowing other funds to be diverted to lobbying, for right wing/regressive political issues. Happy to supply examples.

I can also think of self-proclaimed 'atheists' that continually place themselves as human shields for theists that would be exceptions to that list. Particularly number 3. However, I appreciate that you chose the word 'some' here, I consider that progress of a sort.

There are also some of these self-proclaimed 'atheist' human shields that fall afoul of #8 in the process of their frantic apologia for theists. I can link to hidden posts as examples for this as well.

I agree with number 7, however, I do not appreciate being attacked ("who do you think you are to suggest&quot when I point out that if a progressive theist is a member of a regressive church, they might seek a faith/church sect that is more in keeping with their progressive values WITHOUT exhorting them to become atheists.