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Hey, skeptics—got a second to shape the future? We need your thoughts. Whether you’ve rocked out at CSICon or have been meaning to check it out, help us plan future CFI events that’ll blow your mind, meet new thinkers, and fuel your curiosity. It’s quick, painless, and way more productive than doomscrolling. ?? https://ow.ly/ruLM50UcXib Take the survey. Help us out. Feel smug about being part of something awesome. #CFIEvents #SkepticsEvent #SecularHumanists #CSIConference #SkepticsConference

From IRAs and DAFs to stock and cryptocurrency, there are so many ways to give to The Center for Inquiry ?? What do they all have in common? They help your gift go further by strengthening our mission to foster a secular society based on reason, science, freedom of inquiry, and humanist values— and helping you save on your taxes. Take your generosity to the next level and give before end-of-year: https://ow.ly/mOKO50UchIu #GiftOfGiving #SecularHumanists #ReasonAndScience

We’re already thinking about the future of CSICon and other CFI events, and your feedback can help us get there. Whether you attended CSICon 2024 or not, we want to hear from you ??? Take a few minutes to share your thoughts with us: https://ow.ly/SpBB50Uchr7 Your input is vital to shaping the future of skepticism, science, and humanism ?? #CSICon #CSIConference #CommitteeForSkepticalInquiry #SkepticalInquirer #SkepticsConference #SecularHumanism #HumanistConference #CriticalThinking

As CFI president and CEO Robyn Blumner declared, Kennedy “may very well be the worst possible choice the incoming president could make for the vital job of protecting public health.” For starters, he is a lawyer with no training in medicine or public health. Agencies like Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have a tremendous combined responsibility to ensure the health and welfare of the American people. Kennedy is manifestly unfit to lead them given that he sows distrust in science, spreads conspiracy theories, and expresses disdain for the “medical establishment.” Urge your senator to oppose Kennedy’s nomination for Secretary of HHS: https://ow.ly/kiGr50Ucgcp #RFKJr #SecretaryOfHHS #HealthAndHumanServices #PublicHealth

After decades of shaping the voice of reason and humanism, this issue of Free Inquiry marks the end of an era for its interim editor ???? With a career spanning from 1983 to 2017 and two stints as interim editor—most recently after the sudden passing of the inimitable Tom Flynn—Andrea Szalanski reflects on a lifelong passion for fostering a society rooted in secular values, reason, and science: https://ow.ly/YYSp50Ubh2b #FreeInquiry #SecularHumanism #SecularValues #Humanism #ReasonAndScience

Move over, Fox News lawsuits—Tucker’s got bigger problems. Like the claw marks left by a demon that broke into his crowded bed of four dogs and a wife ?? But don’t worry, Tucker! CFI Investigations Group is here to help. We’ve spent 25 years investigating demon attacks (spoiler: they’re not real). Check out James Underdown’s totally serious open letter offering our assistance: https://ow.ly/nG4L50UbeXE It’s not like you’ve ever exaggerated anything for attention before, right? ?? #FoxNews #TuckerCarlson #DemonAttack #SleepParalysis #Supernatural

This June, venture to the Arctic alongside Richard Dawkins. Watch polar bears roam pack ice, whales migrate through fjords, and flowers bloom across the tundra. Between Zodiac safaris and tundra hikes, enjoy talks from Dawkins and New Scientist experts, diving into topics like Arctic geology, climate change, and the origins of life. Spots are limited—secure your place today: https://ow.ly/T2bj50UaWut #RichardDawkins #ArcticExpedition #NewScientist

Misinformation is rising at an alarming rate. How can we stop the flood? ?? The Committee for Skeptical Inquiry (CSI) has spent decades exposing pseudoscience and defending science, reason, and critical thinking. With your support, we can continue to combat dangerous misinformation and ensure that truth and evidence-based reasoning remain at the forefront. Let’s work together to turn the tide. ?? Learn more about our mission or donate to make an impact: https://ow.ly/OA3v50U9yWc #CriticalThinking #ScienceMatters #StopMisinformation #CSI #CommitteeForSkepticalInquiry #SkepticalInquirer

Last week in San Antonio, Kenny Coogan brought the wonders of evolution education to life at the Science Teachers Association of Texas conference! From skull comparison labs on a budget to showcasing the transformative work of TIES, Generation Skeptics, and ScienceSaves, it was a celebration of curiosity, critical thinking, and science education. Teachers left with hands-on tools, fresh ideas, and resources to spark excitement about evolution and science in their classrooms. Because when educators are empowered, students thrive ???? Want to bring engaging evolution education to your school? Learn more about the TIES program and how it’s supporting teachers across the country: https://ow.ly/5imC50U8KNV #ScienceTeachers #STEMEducation #TeachEvolution #CriticalThinking

A brand of fake news you didn't know you needed to worry about. Semi-fake news isn’t outright lies—it’s distorted facts shared by those who believe them to be true. It’s harder to spot, more common than you think, and rooted in logical fallacies like cherry-picking and vague headlines. Want to know how it spreads and what you can do? Read more from Massimo Pigliucci in Skeptical Inquirer: https://ow.ly/Ep4050U8JVi #SkepticalInquirer #CriticalThinking #Misinformation #MediaLiteracy