America's atheists need David Silverman. If AA doesn't bring him back, another organization definitely should. He's one of "the Mighty" in the atheist community, and we need to bring him back up. It's great that AA uploaded this video. Atheists in the US are taking a serious beating under the current administration. David Silverman is one of very few talented people who can help. Let's support him! More videos, debates, speaking engagements, book tours, conferences, rallies, TV appearances, podcasts, billboard campaigns, and anything else David is willing to do to support atheism--Now! Before the 2018 elections, please!
How easy it is for skeptics to forget that EVIDENCE should be required in order to believe an extrordinary claim. 🤪 Why would ANYONE want to censor a speaker? Thats some bullshit. 🤬
I was once asked the question "Do you want to be happy or right?" In other words, wouldn't I rather live in a deluded state of mind that goes along with the customs and beliefs of tribal community than to actually know what is reality. This of course assumes that the delusion could make one happier than truth. Since I've been in both states of mind in my lifetime, I cannot conceive of adopting the deluded state of mind again regardless of whether it would be happier and/or healthier. I do think that having community is what makes one feel happier and that's why I am happy that atheists are creating that community that all humans need to thrive. No gods needed.
No, most of the accusations aren’t even court worthy. Some are downright bullshit even if they’re taken at face value. And the public didn’t decide. It is most certainly up to the organization to decide, and that’s what happened. David made a big deal of AA’s zero tolerance harassment policy during this very convention. He basically created his own trap. Silverman’s contribution is immeasurable. He did an awesome job, he will be missed.
thebatmanover9000, Not really, if you mean whether or not Silverman should have kept his job. If an organization finds someone that represents that organization to no longer be a viable representative of it then the organization should get rid of him/her. Public opinion matters quite a bit actually. In terms of possible criminal or civil action, yes, the courts are the ones that decide things like that. Innocence until guilt is proven beyond a reasonable doubt and a preponderance of the evidence are used rather than public opinion. American Atheists is neither a criminal or civil court, though. If you damage or may likely damage an organization’s reputation, it can get rid of you. American Atheists did the right thing in this case, with the information that I have gathered.
Let's get it clear he called the meeting to make it look like he got voted out he told them to do it. No more face but I his bank account still involved
all religions are the same, tony benn said "look at how we treat refugees because if they could that's how your government would treat you" and it's the same using the word religion, when it had the power catholicism had the inquisition and it killed, burned alive, people in droves, if god said "kill atheists" what do think "moral christians" would do? religion is sick, vile and a lie and needs to go. to think "oh buddhists are really nice people though" take a look at what even buddhists have for their religion. it may have "only been self harm" but pouring petrol over yourself and lighting the match is every bit as misguided at burning at the stake. and bear in mind it won't be god saying "kill whoever" it will be some bloke who says he's gods spokesman. religion is myth and it has to go.
He was so good and so passionate at his job. Hated to see him go.
I think American Atheists should bring him back.
This should be bigger than it is. David is a modern day civil rights leader.
David, you are mighty! Get back up and kick some ass!
Great speech. So grateful I was there for a second time. Glad to see the respectfulness in comments and edits.
You mean the mealy mouthed backpedaling?
Fuck all of you for taking the piss in the first place.
America's atheists need David Silverman. If AA doesn't bring him back, another organization definitely should. He's one of "the Mighty" in the atheist community, and we need to bring him back up. It's great that AA uploaded this video. Atheists in the US are taking a serious beating under the current administration. David Silverman is one of very few talented people who can help. Let's support him! More videos, debates, speaking engagements, book tours, conferences, rallies, TV appearances, podcasts, billboard campaigns, and anything else David is willing to do to support atheism--Now! Before the 2018 elections, please!
Oh shit. Isnt this how different denominations start? Internal riffs etc. I follwed AA bc if David. I think I'm a bigger fan of Dave than AA?? Maybe?
Glad they still posted his talk after the allegations came out.
How easy it is for skeptics to forget that EVIDENCE should be required in order to believe an extrordinary claim. 🤪
Why would ANYONE want to censor a speaker? Thats some bullshit. 🤬
I highly respect David. He absolutely must remain in the forefront of our movement. He is the fierce lion that defends our beliefs.
I support Aron Ra... (But miss David being where he belongs) All need to make sure the movement continues...
I was once asked the question "Do you want to be happy or right?" In other words, wouldn't I rather live in a deluded state of mind that goes along with the customs and beliefs of tribal community than to actually know what is reality. This of course assumes that the delusion could make one happier than truth. Since I've been in both states of mind in my lifetime, I cannot conceive of adopting the deluded state of mind again regardless of whether it would be happier and/or healthier. I do think that having community is what makes one feel happier and that's why I am happy that atheists are creating that community that all humans need to thrive. No gods needed.
🎉SILVERMAN FOR (1st Atheist) PRESIDENT!!!🎊🇺🇸🤘🏼💯
Those accusations against David are between him and his accuser and it is up for a court of law to determine his fate not us the public.
No, most of the accusations aren’t even court worthy. Some are downright bullshit even if they’re taken at face value. And the public didn’t decide.
It is most certainly up to the organization to decide, and that’s what happened.
David made a big deal of AA’s zero tolerance harassment policy during this very convention. He basically created his own trap.
Silverman’s contribution is immeasurable. He did an awesome job, he will be missed.
thebatmanover9000,
Not really, if you mean whether or not Silverman should have kept his job.
If an organization finds someone that represents that organization to no longer be a viable representative of it then the organization should get rid of him/her. Public opinion matters quite a bit actually.
In terms of possible criminal or civil action, yes, the courts are the ones that decide things like that. Innocence until guilt is proven beyond a reasonable doubt and a preponderance of the evidence are used rather than public opinion. American Atheists is neither a criminal or civil court, though. If you damage or may likely damage an organization’s reputation, it can get rid of you.
American Atheists did the right thing in this case, with the information that I have gathered.
Proud Life Member regardless.
Let's get it clear he called the meeting to make it look like he got voted out he told them to do it. No more face but I his bank account still involved
Thank you.
I'm glad he got his beard back
This is old.
Acronym of Atheism:
Agnostics
Thinkers
Humanists
Empathetic
Irreligious
Secular
Movement
(mic drop)
KaBOOOOMM!!
Lol Silverman looks so Jewish i always expect to see a yarmulke on his head! Then i remember he is Atheist.
Keep on David!
Reshiram Bro it was a joke. And while it isn't PC, people CAN LOOK Jewish.
Next time maybe we could have the microphone a little further to the back of the room...you know, for wider coverage.
it's sad that this isn't in stereo.
Am a big fan of this guy. Sad. Hope he somehow has a chance to redeem himself one day. Everyone deserves a second chance afrer paying their dues.
He was stitched up badly by false allegations and now vindicated... He's already paid his dues that he never incurred in the first place
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Please write another book.
First. finally after 10 years watching youtube
Pray for David
You know, he'd make a great contender for THE SON OF MAN
JESUS THE MESSIAH
Wait i thought David Blaine was a magician?
Wait a minute David. All religions are the same? Seriously?
That's a very ignorant statement.
@AJ21969 It seems that your statement was ignorant.
Would you not agree that all religions are the same in that they are all considered religions?
@Jesus Christ what mental gymnastics are required to say that religions are classified as religions?
Funny is funny, dude.
all religions are the same, tony benn said "look at how we treat refugees because if they could that's how your government would treat you" and it's the same using the word religion, when it had the power catholicism had the inquisition and it killed, burned alive, people in droves, if god said "kill atheists" what do think "moral christians" would do? religion is sick, vile and a lie and needs to go. to think "oh buddhists are really nice people though" take a look at what even buddhists have for their religion. it may have "only been self harm" but pouring petrol over yourself and lighting the match is every bit as misguided at burning at the stake. and bear in mind it won't be god saying "kill whoever" it will be some bloke who says he's gods spokesman. religion is myth and it has to go.
Why you against Donald Trump doesn’t the positives outweigh the negatives?
What positives!?
There are no positives.
The opposition to Trump is because, among other things, he's demolishing the wall of separation between church and state.
He is securing the border keeping families together. Lowest unemployment too.
David Heller What is this? Opposite day? Fuck off with that delusional Nazi bullshit.
fedos What do you mean?