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Can We Go Back? Reclaiming Our Norms in a Post-Trump World
We are living through a time of unprecedented change in the norms of our national politics. How much of that change is an aberration, and how much is permanent, or at least enduring? Dorothy Dale presents some food for thought and interactive discussion, reflecting her views as an observer, not an expert.
Science, the Scientific Method and Society: A Synthesis?
With the complexity of modern science can the public really understand what is happening in the research world? Do researchers understand the needs and wants of public? Bridging the gap is critical if we are all going to survive in a rapidly changing world. Fred Breidt will briefly describe the history of science, the scientific […]
Einstein’s Religion and Ethical Humanism
Extraordinary Ventures 200 S. Elliott Rd, Chapel Hill, NC, United StatesWas Einstein religious? If so, how was he religious? And what does that have to do with Ethical Humanism, aka Ethical Culture? EHST will re-broadcast a talk by Joe Chuman, a widely respected leader in Ethical Humanism, in which he argues that not only is Ethical Humanism "religious," it is a "religion." Belief in a […]
EHST: How is it viewed and what is its future?
Extraordinary Ventures 200 S. Elliott Rd, Chapel Hill, NC, United StatesThe Ethical Humanist Society is a community that values democratic principles. This week's program is a Community Day designed to foster communication and elicit opinions on how we operate, what is valued, and how we can meet members' expectations and needs. Jan Broughton will guide the conversation which, together with the survey sent to members […]
What Does the AEU Do for Us?
EHST members Chris Kaman and Dorothy Dale will give a slide presentation and talk about what the American Ethical Union does for us and other member societies. GENTLE REMINDER: This will be the first Sunday of the month. Please bring canned goods and other non-perishable dry goods for the IFC Food Pantry. Please remember […]