If so, are atheists therefore underrepresented by the (non-digital) popular media?
If so, is that a bad thing?
2007-09-09 08:53:11 · 6 answers · asked by bulletproofmoth 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Yes, atheists tend to like discussions more than bullet points, so digital forums like this one are much more conducive to us than TV or radio.
Yes, there is a strong bias against atheists in the popular media.
Yes, this is a bad thing. This pervasive religious superstition is the main societal disease of today.
2007-09-09 08:57:22 · answer #1 · answered by nondescript 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
People are afraid to be honest on t.v., radio and the papers. It's like admitting that you are an abortion doctor, very dangerous because there are so many lunkheads around. I am sure this will change for the better, as atheists realize that they are becoming less and less of a minority.
2007-09-09 08:59:24 · answer #2 · answered by americanhero_aa 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. I don't think so. Christianity is not presented favorably, if at all, on major TV networks. Media is an outlet of humanism, much of which has it's roots in atheism. I just think that on YA, the atheists have an outlet to anonymously vent their frustrations.
2007-09-09 08:58:58 · answer #3 · answered by lizardmama 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes there is more atheism on Y!A
Media is not a reliable or educated source. They often misuse words and disgrace the Scientific Method.
Is this a bad thing? Not necessarily.
Read a book by the Dalai Lima on the convergence of Science and Spirituality and you'll get it.
2007-09-09 08:57:24 · answer #4 · answered by woo hoo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Undoubtedly. The mainstream mediua is owned by rich basstids who have a vested interest in appealing to a gullible public, and keeping the status quo. Pretty much the same reason slaveowners introduced Xianity to their slaves - keep them focused on the afterlife & a miracle savior so they'll follow orders here.
2007-09-09 08:58:38 · answer #5 · answered by Brent Y 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes, of course. Remember, by Christian American thinking, Atheists are the least trusted minority in the world.
2007-09-09 08:58:09 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋