Author: Matt Cherry
Matthew Cherry is the Secretary for Development and Public Relations, International Humanist and Ethical Union.
Humanism at Large – Vol.17, No. 4
New SecularHumanist Bulletin The Council for Secular Humanism is relaunching its Associate Member newsletter, Secular Humanist Bulletin. The new-style, upbeat newsletter will keep Associate Members abreast of the latest secular humanist news, plans, and activities. It will also provide a forum for members to share ideas and explore the joys and challenges of life as …
Frontlines — Vol. 17 No. 3
Hale-Bopp and Heaven’s Gate In early 1996, the astronomer Alan Hale submitted an article to FREE INQUIRY dealing with the comet he had recently co-discovered with Thomas Bopp. Although there was no way to be sure at that time if the comet would be as spectacular as it proved to be, Hale felt that there …
A Celebration of Freethought
Cincinnati’s Oktoberfest is a high point of the local cultural calendar. The traditional German festival is a secular celebration of art, culture, and cuisine. Tens of thousands of people enjoy its plays, art shows, concerts, and food and beer tastings. This year, Cincinnati’s festival-goers will also be able to enjoy “A Celebration of Freethought”—a national …
Humanist World Meets in Mexico City
The Thirteenth World Humanist Congress, held in Mexico City from November 14 to 19, 1996, brought together 250 humanists from six continents to discuss the theme “Global Humanism for the Cyber Age.” The International Humanist and Ethical Union (IHEU) Congress, co-organized by FREE INQUIRY and the Asociación Mexicana Etica Racionalista, was a groundbreaking achievement in …
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