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Since 2010, Secular AZ has protected the constitutional separation of church and state. We are a 501c3 that educates lawmakers and the public to ensure freedom of conscience for Arizonans of all faiths and of none. https://linktr.ee/secularaz
Join us this Friday at 12p/PT for a conversation with Keira Havens of Citizens’ Impeachment!
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Citizens' Impeachment: Keira Havens - Secular AZ
Join us on September 25 at noon as we welcome Keira Havens of Citizens' Impeachment. Click here to register for this virtual presentation.Citizens’ Impeachment is a nonpartisan movement powered by eve...
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September 23, 2026 at 8:05 PM
Join us this Friday at 12p/PT for a conversation with Keira Havens of Citizens’ Impeachment!
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Election Protection Training — THIS SATURDAY!
Learn voter rights, Arizona election protocols, incident reporting, and how to connect voters with trusted resources.
📅 Sept. 26 • 10:45 AM–12 PM
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Learn voter rights, Arizona election protocols, incident reporting, and how to connect voters with trusted resources.
📅 Sept. 26 • 10:45 AM–12 PM
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September 23, 2026 at 7:40 PM
Election Protection Training — THIS SATURDAY!
Learn voter rights, Arizona election protocols, incident reporting, and how to connect voters with trusted resources.
📅 Sept. 26 • 10:45 AM–12 PM
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#DesertDemocracy #ElectionProtection #AZVotes
Learn voter rights, Arizona election protocols, incident reporting, and how to connect voters with trusted resources.
📅 Sept. 26 • 10:45 AM–12 PM
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OPINION | Jake Hoffman discredited himself by trying to use his government post to target Katie Hobbs, whom he’s getting paid handsomely to defeat in November
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Republican Sen. Jake Hoffman’s probe into Katie Hobbs is a pay-to-play mess of its own
Jake Hoffman discredited himself by trying to use his government post to target the governor whom he’s getting paid handsomely to defeat
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September 22, 2026 at 6:17 PM
OPINION | Jake Hoffman discredited himself by trying to use his government post to target Katie Hobbs, whom he’s getting paid handsomely to defeat in November
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Secular AZ and the @reasonriders.bsky.social are at #Prescott #Arizona Hope Fest today! Come say hi.
September 19, 2026 at 4:58 PM
Secular AZ and the @reasonriders.bsky.social are at #Prescott #Arizona Hope Fest today! Come say hi.
“Why should I waste my time and my sanity debating kooks? In short, because the kooks are now in power, and they are using that power to dismantle the institutions designed to keep the rest of us safe, healthy, and free.”
It’s a religion.
It’s a religion.
So you just learned about the AI cult, huh? Here is the longform explainer you need to make sense of the very, very strange ideas driving tech policy in 2026. Buckle up, it’s a wild ride. www.techpolicy.press/what-policym...
What Policymakers and the Public Need to Know About the Cult of AI
Nathalie Maréchal asks, why are we betting the economy and the future of democracy on cult-like beliefs?
www.techpolicy.press
September 18, 2026 at 4:51 PM
“Why should I waste my time and my sanity debating kooks? In short, because the kooks are now in power, and they are using that power to dismantle the institutions designed to keep the rest of us safe, healthy, and free.”
It’s a religion.
It’s a religion.
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Join us tomorrow, 9/18, at 12p/PT for a conversation with @kph3k.bsky.social about her new book "Original Sin: On the Genetics of Vice, the Problem of Blame, and the Future of Forgiveness."
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Original Sin: Kathryn Paige Harden - Secular AZ
Join us on September 18 at noon as we welcome Kathryn Paige Harden, PhD, to discuss her new book Original Sin: On the Genetics of Vice, the Problem of Blame, and the Future of Forgiveness.Click here t...
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September 18, 2026 at 4:31 PM
Starting soon! Join us at noon
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We only need 13 more subscriptions before I, @andreagrimes.com, fulfill the Flytrap goal of recruiting 20 new subscribers today!!!
Panda is working our vision board, and modeling (blurrily) some of our cool Free Palestine merch!
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Panda is working our vision board, and modeling (blurrily) some of our cool Free Palestine merch!
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September 18, 2026 at 1:45 AM
We only need 13 more subscriptions before I, @andreagrimes.com, fulfill the Flytrap goal of recruiting 20 new subscribers today!!!
Panda is working our vision board, and modeling (blurrily) some of our cool Free Palestine merch!
www.theflytrapmedia.com/no-slop
Panda is working our vision board, and modeling (blurrily) some of our cool Free Palestine merch!
www.theflytrapmedia.com/no-slop
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AZ’s private school vouchers took center stage in the debate for Supt of Public Instruction.
Dr. Teresa Leyba Ruiz explained how AZ’s ESA voucher program drains resources from public schools and called for reforms, including independent audits, public transparency portals, and background checks.
Dr. Teresa Leyba Ruiz explained how AZ’s ESA voucher program drains resources from public schools and called for reforms, including independent audits, public transparency portals, and background checks.
Bitter fight over school vouchers defines the race for top educator
The ESA program may no longer be on the ballot. Its future is still being debated in the race for the top education official.
www.phoenixnewtimes.com
September 17, 2026 at 11:52 PM
AZ’s private school vouchers took center stage in the debate for Supt of Public Instruction.
Dr. Teresa Leyba Ruiz explained how AZ’s ESA voucher program drains resources from public schools and called for reforms, including independent audits, public transparency portals, and background checks.
Dr. Teresa Leyba Ruiz explained how AZ’s ESA voucher program drains resources from public schools and called for reforms, including independent audits, public transparency portals, and background checks.
Join us tomorrow, 9/18, at 12p/PT for a conversation with @kph3k.bsky.social about her new book "Original Sin: On the Genetics of Vice, the Problem of Blame, and the Future of Forgiveness."
Details and registration link here:
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Original Sin: Kathryn Paige Harden - Secular AZ
Join us on September 18 at noon as we welcome Kathryn Paige Harden, PhD, to discuss her new book Original Sin: On the Genetics of Vice, the Problem of Blame, and the Future of Forgiveness.Click here t...
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September 17, 2026 at 7:32 PM
Join us tomorrow, 9/18, at 12p/PT for a conversation with @kph3k.bsky.social about her new book "Original Sin: On the Genetics of Vice, the Problem of Blame, and the Future of Forgiveness."
Details and registration link here:
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Details and registration link here:
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The Epstein reckoning hits the campaign trail, including in Arizona.
“When did pedophilia become a partisan issue? When did holding sexual abusers accountable become controversial?”
We know when… and why.
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“When did pedophilia become a partisan issue? When did holding sexual abusers accountable become controversial?”
We know when… and why.
azmirror.com/2026/09/16/t...
The Epstein reckoning hits the campaign trail, including in Arizona
In key races from Arizona to North Carolina, Democrats are hammering Republicans for their votes on the Epstein files
azmirror.com
September 17, 2026 at 2:35 PM
The Epstein reckoning hits the campaign trail, including in Arizona.
“When did pedophilia become a partisan issue? When did holding sexual abusers accountable become controversial?”
We know when… and why.
azmirror.com/2026/09/16/t...
“When did pedophilia become a partisan issue? When did holding sexual abusers accountable become controversial?”
We know when… and why.
azmirror.com/2026/09/16/t...
Produce these woke kitty litter boxes from #Arizona classrooms, Kimberly Yee!
Wouldn't it be nice to have candidates that didn't just spew sensationalist nonsense in order to rile up the gullible?
Wouldn't it be nice to have candidates that didn't just spew sensationalist nonsense in order to rile up the gullible?
September 16, 2026 at 3:36 PM
Produce these woke kitty litter boxes from #Arizona classrooms, Kimberly Yee!
Wouldn't it be nice to have candidates that didn't just spew sensationalist nonsense in order to rile up the gullible?
Wouldn't it be nice to have candidates that didn't just spew sensationalist nonsense in order to rile up the gullible?
Summoning our Power: Stop Letting Them Colonize Your Mind
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Summoning our Power
Stop Letting Them Colonize Your Mind
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September 15, 2026 at 5:35 PM
Summoning our Power: Stop Letting Them Colonize Your Mind
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As Republicans move to restrict divorce, advocates fear for abuse victims azmirror.com/2026/09/14/r...
As Republicans move to restrict divorce, advocates fear for abuse victims | Arizona Mirror
As Republicans push to restrict or end no-fault divorce, advocates warn the changes could trap domestic violence victims
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September 15, 2026 at 2:47 PM
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This is neat: When @americanhumanist.bsky.social holds its (virtual) conference next weekend, comedian Jordan Klepper will receive its "Humanist of the Year" award.
Tickets still available!
www.conference.americanhumanist.org
Tickets still available!
www.conference.americanhumanist.org
AHACON26 | September 19 | Online
At a time when human dignity, reason, and compassion are being tested, humanists are rising to meet the moment.
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September 13, 2026 at 5:36 PM
This is neat: When @americanhumanist.bsky.social holds its (virtual) conference next weekend, comedian Jordan Klepper will receive its "Humanist of the Year" award.
Tickets still available!
www.conference.americanhumanist.org
Tickets still available!
www.conference.americanhumanist.org
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September 14, 2026 at 5:30 PM
the tl;dr — subscriptions are 40% off for the next two weeks, sign up here to get this sweet-ass deal and support independent, worker-owned feminist media! https://f.mtr.cool/c9qkdsq3eb
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🎉The wait is over!🎉
🗳CEBV's 2026 Ballot Guide is here!!🗳
After months of research, we are excited to share our 2026 Ballot Guide, including all state propositions and judicial retentions!
Go to azvoterguide.us to download graphics to share on social media & printable flyers!
🗳CEBV's 2026 Ballot Guide is here!!🗳
After months of research, we are excited to share our 2026 Ballot Guide, including all state propositions and judicial retentions!
Go to azvoterguide.us to download graphics to share on social media & printable flyers!
September 11, 2026 at 8:16 PM
🎉The wait is over!🎉
🗳CEBV's 2026 Ballot Guide is here!!🗳
After months of research, we are excited to share our 2026 Ballot Guide, including all state propositions and judicial retentions!
Go to azvoterguide.us to download graphics to share on social media & printable flyers!
🗳CEBV's 2026 Ballot Guide is here!!🗳
After months of research, we are excited to share our 2026 Ballot Guide, including all state propositions and judicial retentions!
Go to azvoterguide.us to download graphics to share on social media & printable flyers!
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Tomorrow at noon! Join us for a conversation between attorney and activist Julie Gunnigle and Jeanne Casteen, Secular AZ Executive Director, about #Arizona elections, politics, and more.
Bring your questions and register here for this virtual event: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Bring your questions and register here for this virtual event: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
September 11, 2026 at 12:32 AM
Tomorrow at noon! Join us for a conversation between attorney and activist Julie Gunnigle and Jeanne Casteen, Secular AZ Executive Director, about #Arizona elections, politics, and more.
Bring your questions and register here for this virtual event: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Bring your questions and register here for this virtual event: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Tomorrow at noon! Join us for a conversation between attorney and activist Julie Gunnigle and Jeanne Casteen, Secular AZ Executive Director, about #Arizona elections, politics, and more.
Bring your questions and register here for this virtual event: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Bring your questions and register here for this virtual event: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
September 11, 2026 at 12:32 AM
Tomorrow at noon! Join us for a conversation between attorney and activist Julie Gunnigle and Jeanne Casteen, Secular AZ Executive Director, about #Arizona elections, politics, and more.
Bring your questions and register here for this virtual event: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Bring your questions and register here for this virtual event: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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And people say the U.S. doesn't export anything anymore. Our Christian Nationalist movement is doing a great job sending their distorted and weaponized version of "religious liberty" all around the world.
Suella Braverman has said schools will face 'consequences' if pupils don't regularly sing Christian hymns.
Reform UK Braverman promises 'consequences' if pupils don't sing hymns
Reform UK has said schools will face ‘consequences’ if they fail to make pupils regularly sing hymns and the national anthem under a Reform government. The party’s education spokesperson, Suella…
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September 10, 2026 at 6:09 PM
And people say the U.S. doesn't export anything anymore. Our Christian Nationalist movement is doing a great job sending their distorted and weaponized version of "religious liberty" all around the world.
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A Denver Christian school allegedly tried to "squash" a 13-year-old’s sexual assault claim.
Then, according to a new lawsuit, the church transferred nearly $30 million in property for just $10 to avoid the fallout.
This story is appalling.
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Then, according to a new lawsuit, the church transferred nearly $30 million in property for just $10 to avoid the fallout.
This story is appalling.
www.friendlyatheist.com/p/lawsuit-sa...
Lawsuit says Denver Christian school tried to “squash” a 13-year-old’s assault allegation
St. John's Lutheran Church and School allegedly pressured the child to retract her claim while protecting the school employee she accused
www.friendlyatheist.com
September 10, 2026 at 1:10 PM
A Denver Christian school allegedly tried to "squash" a 13-year-old’s sexual assault claim.
Then, according to a new lawsuit, the church transferred nearly $30 million in property for just $10 to avoid the fallout.
This story is appalling.
www.friendlyatheist.com/p/lawsuit-sa...
Then, according to a new lawsuit, the church transferred nearly $30 million in property for just $10 to avoid the fallout.
This story is appalling.
www.friendlyatheist.com/p/lawsuit-sa...
Starting soon! Don't miss this important conversation.
We’re proud to cosponsor "Abortion Rights and Christian Nationalism: Whose Beliefs? Whose Laws?" on September 9 at 4p/PT!
A timely look at #abortion rights and how these battles connect to Christian Nationalism, religious freedom, and church–state separation. Free + virtual. Register below!
A timely look at #abortion rights and how these battles connect to Christian Nationalism, religious freedom, and church–state separation. Free + virtual. Register below!
Abortion Rights and Christian Nationalism: Whose Beliefs? Whose Laws?
Abortion Rights and Christian Nationalism: Whose Beliefs? Whose Laws? will examine the current state of abortion rights in Pennsylvania and across the country at a moment of profound legal and politic...
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September 9, 2026 at 9:14 PM
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People like this are voting. Make sure you are, too.
No religious group owns America.
Vote to protect our Constitution, the separation of church and state, and the rights of every American.
No religious group owns America.
Vote to protect our Constitution, the separation of church and state, and the rights of every American.
MAGA pastor Hank Kunneman bellows that Christians must vote the midterms: "I am not going to let uncircumcised, uncovenanted people try to steal this nation that was dedicated to Jesus Christ."
September 9, 2026 at 2:49 PM
People like this are voting. Make sure you are, too.
No religious group owns America.
Vote to protect our Constitution, the separation of church and state, and the rights of every American.
No religious group owns America.
Vote to protect our Constitution, the separation of church and state, and the rights of every American.
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NEW: Our analysis found that from 2020 to 2025, the rate of deaths involving ectopic pregnancies nearly doubled compared with the previous six-year period.
The uptick was steeper in states with abortion bans.
The uptick was steeper in states with abortion bans.
Ectopic Pregnancy Deaths Have Nearly Doubled. It’s Worse in States With Abortion Bans.
With prompt and appropriate medical care, experts say, people shouldn’t die from an ectopic pregnancy. Women in Texas and Oklahoma have sued over delays in care, which, coupled with our new analysis, ...
www.propublica.org
September 9, 2026 at 12:00 PM
NEW: Our analysis found that from 2020 to 2025, the rate of deaths involving ectopic pregnancies nearly doubled compared with the previous six-year period.
The uptick was steeper in states with abortion bans.
The uptick was steeper in states with abortion bans.
There are more “nones” running for office than ever, even in Arizona!
Think openly non-religious politicians can’t get elected to state or federal office?
More than 70 are running for re-election to their state legislatures.
Nearly 200 "Nones" overall will be on the ballot this November.
Check out the full list!
www.friendlyatheist.com/p/here-are-t...
More than 70 are running for re-election to their state legislatures.
Nearly 200 "Nones" overall will be on the ballot this November.
Check out the full list!
www.friendlyatheist.com/p/here-are-t...
Here are the openly non-religious candidates for state/federal office in 2026
They are atheists, humanists, lapsed Catholics, and more— and they're all on the ballot this November
www.friendlyatheist.com
September 9, 2026 at 2:41 PM
There are more “nones” running for office than ever, even in Arizona!