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  Ronald Millar · [email protected]
December 5, 2022 at 7:29 PM

Your Favorite Atheist/Humanist Elected Official? & Free CFE Membership Renewal

Having trouble viewing this email? View as a web page. Hi John,   Your membership with the Center for Freethought Equality will expire at the end of this year. Membership is free, but you must renew your membership annually.*   The Center for Freethought Equality is the advocacy a…
  Ronald Millar · [email protected]
December 2, 2022 at 12:57 PM

Free CFE Membership Renewal -- No Donation Required!

Having trouble viewing this email? View as a web page. Hi John,   This is not your typical year-end solicitation -- I am NOT asking for money! I am asking you to renew your FREE membership to the Center for Freethought Equality by replying to this email or filling out our form bel…
  Ronald Millar · [email protected]
November 10, 2022 at 5:35 PM

Continued Gains for Humanists and Atheists in the 2022 Election

  Hi John,   Although election results are still coming in and there are many races still too close to call, the results of this election cycle mark continued gains for the humanist and atheist community in the electoral arena. More than a quarter of our country’s population now id…
  Ronald Millar · [email protected]
November 8, 2022 at 3:10 PM

Advance Your Values Today -- VOTE!

  Hi John,   It's election day! If you have taken advantage of early or absentee voting, or voted in person earlier today -- THANK YOU!    If not, what are you waiting for?!   Not sure what is on your ballot or where to vote? The League of Women Voters' VOTE411 will let you see all…
  [email protected] · [email protected]
May 22, 2022 at 2:00 PM

Overturning Roe: their crowning achievement

Center for Freethought Equality But they won’t stop there         Hi John,   Author Sarah Posner writes in The Nation that overturning Roe “is the crowning achievement of a Christian Nationalist movement that has come to dominate American politics.” And as dist…
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
May 19, 2022 at 4:20 PM

Roe is just the beginning

Center for Freethought Equality Assaults on our rights must be stopped         Hi John,   In a matter of weeks, millions of women across our nation will be deprived of their rights to control their bodies, health, and destiny.  That horrifying reality, one wher…
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
May 15, 2022 at 3:35 PM

Following up RE: [SURVEY]

Center for Freethought Equality How do you like to get involved in elections?           John,   I’m following up to let you know that our election survey is closing tonight at midnight. Will you take 2 minutes to complete this quick survey? We’re organizing to …
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
May 12, 2022 at 2:40 PM

[SURVEY] How do you like to get involved in elections?

Center for Freethought Equality Answer a few quick questions         Hi John,   This past week’s news about the leaked Supreme Court decision on abortion has made it painfully clear how critical elections are.  We’re in the midst of organizing to stop Christian…
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
April 30, 2022 at 2:31 PM

Deadline tonight - we still need you, John

Center for Freethought Equality Help us counter right-wing extremism         Hi John, We’re just hours away from our midnight deadline, and we’re still 27 donors short of our 100 donor goal.  With radical right-wing Christian Nationalists ramping up their outre…
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
April 29, 2022 at 2:16 PM

Do you want this prophet to reign over our government?

Center for Freethought Equality Deadline tomorrow: help stop them         John, Christian Nationalist leader Tony Spell revealed on a public broadcast what this radical, right-wing movement believes: “It should be in the United States of America: the prophet, t…
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
April 27, 2022 at 3:01 PM

“There is a time for legitimate violence...”

Center for Freethought Equality This movement has not gone away - help us stop them         John, “There is a time for legitimate violence when there is legitimate tyranny.” It’s not surprising that one of the organizers, Ali Alexander, of the January 6th insur…
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
April 23, 2022 at 2:01 PM

Chilling plans to mobilize pastors

Center for Freethought Equality Donate to help stop them         Last fall, Christian Nationalist fervor catapulted Glenn Younkin to become the most extreme evangelical governor of Virginia in recent history.  Now, the former Republican National Committee faith…
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
April 20, 2022 at 2:11 PM

Here’s that tweet I mentioned

Center for Freethought Equality We need to have their back         John, After our allies in the Florida legislature spoke out publicly against the anti-LGBTQ “Don’t Say Gay” law, Governor DeSantis’ press secretary put out this tweet:  White Christian National…
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
April 19, 2022 at 8:45 PM

News from FL = 😬

Center for Freethought Equality They’re facing increased attacks for defending our rights         John, Florida ended its legislative session with extreme assaults on the rights of freethinking individuals like yourself. Abortion? Banned after 15-weeks, with ZE…
  Rachel Deitch, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
April 17, 2022 at 2:15 PM

Some good news from Nebraska

Center for Freethought Equality How an atheist led the charge against an abortion ban.         John - I have a heartening story to share from Nebraska. A few years ago, the Center for Freethought Equality endorsed Megan Hunt, an atheist, and an incredibly thoug…
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
April 15, 2022 at 3:15 PM

Ruby Bridges: anti-White and anti-American?

Center for Freethought Equality Don’t let them white-wash our history.         Books are being banned at a record pace, according to the American Library Association.  The objectionable material?  Books like “Ruby Bridges Goes to School”, a picture book for chi…
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
April 13, 2022 at 12:45 PM

Groomer. Predator. Pedophile.

Center for Freethought Equality Help defend secular officials on school boards.         John, If you want to understand the forces we’re up against, look no further than school boards. Just a couple of weeks ago, one of our secular champions Karl Frisch, who si…
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
April 8, 2022 at 3:25 PM

Survey follow-up: Justice Thomas

Center for Freethought Equality Hope you’ll share your thoughts.         Dear John,   Since the disturbing revelations came out about Ginni Thomas’ text messages, Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas has so far refused to recuse himself from election-related c…
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
April 6, 2022 at 1:45 PM

[SURVEY] Did Justice Clarence Thomas know about his wife’s text

Center for Freethought Equality Read these texts and tell us what you think.         Dear John,   Shocking news:  The Washington Post reports that the wife of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, Ginni Thomas sent dozens of text messages to Trump’s Chief of S…
  [email protected] · [email protected]
March 31, 2022 at 2:35 PM

Campaign Status: Pending

Center for Freethought Equality Match EXPIRES in hours…         John,  Our 2x MATCH expires at midnight. And with just hours left, we still have matching gift funds remaining. If we cannot raise $5,000 by tonight, we’ll be leaving money on the table! During the…
  Nadya Dutchin, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
March 30, 2022 at 6:15 PM

I’m a mother. A Black woman. And a first-generation American. And I need your help.

Center for Freethought Equality 2x match ending SOON!         Dear John,  A few months ago, I became the new Executive Director of the Center for Freethought Equality. And I’m also a mother. A Black woman. And a first-generation American. It’s deeply disturbing…
  Rachel Deitch, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
March 28, 2022 at 9:20 PM

Why White Christian Nationalism is so dangerous

Center for Freethought Equality 2x MATCH: Expiring soon!         Dear John, “There’s absolutely nothing like it on the left.” That was Yale sociologist Phil Gorski who co-authored “The Flag and the Cross: White Christian Nationalism and the Threat to American D…
  Howard Katz, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
March 27, 2022 at 3:10 PM

Why I’m reaching out (match offer enclosed)

Center for Freethought Equality         Dear John, My name is Howard Katz. I’m a board member and president of the Center for Freethought Equality. I don’t usually reach out to you - but I’m making an exception today for two important reasons.  First, until Mar…
  Campaign Update, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
March 25, 2022 at 2:25 PM

First-ever 2x MATCH:

Center for Freethought Equality Double your impact to defend our democracy         John, Big news from Ron about an incredible opportunity: For just a few days, every single donation made to the Center for Freethought Equality will be MATCHED 2x, up to $5,000 –…
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
March 24, 2022 at 12:45 PM

BREAKING: New 2x MATCH! to stop Christian Nationalists

Center for Freethought Equality It couldn’t come at a better time, here’s why:         Dear John, I’ve got some INCREDIBLE news to share: For the first time EVER, the Center for Freethought Equality will MATCH every dollar you donate - now through March 31st, u…
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
March 20, 2022 at 2:11 PM

Help us stop right-wing extremists

Center for Freethought Equality It’s a crucial election year         John - It’s so hard to believe that anyone would actually cheer the death and destruction that Putin has unleashed upon the people of Ukraine. But that’s exactly what White Christian Nationali…
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
March 18, 2022 at 1:25 PM

Why they condone violence against Ukraine

Center for Freethought Equality And why we should be worried:         Days after the Russian government unleashed destruction on the people of Ukraine, White Christian Nationalists made it clear who they side with. Speaking to a crowd of white nationalists, AZ …
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
March 16, 2022 at 9:25 PM

Cheering Putin’s war

Center for Freethought Equality Christian Nationalists believe his war is right         “Can we get a round of applause for Russia?”  That was Nick Fuentes, a speaker at a White Christian Nationalist event held just days after Putin’s violent invasion of Ukrain…
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
March 6, 2022 at 5:30 PM

Last chance to send your thanks

Center for Freethought Equality Support these champions in Congress!         John, This is your last chance to send a message of thanks to our new champions in Congress, Representatives Carolyn Maloney and Jimmy Gomez.  Just a couple of weeks ago, Rep. Maloney …
  Rachel Deitch, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
March 3, 2022 at 9:20 PM

Thank these NEW Freethought Caucus members

Center for Freethought Equality Let them know you have their back.         Dear John, I’ve got some great news to report.  Representatives Carolyn Maloney (NY-12) and Jimmy Gomez (CA-34) just joined the Congressional Freethought Caucus, the group of secular cha…
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
February 28, 2022 at 9:00 PM

I need your help to counter Trump-backed candidates.

Center for Freethought Equality Biggest deadline yet         John, Tonight is our fundraising deadline, and it’s a big one. What we can raise in these final hours of the month will directly determine what kind of work we can do in the critical coming days ahead…
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
February 27, 2022 at 3:00 PM

Trump’s return to power lies in these churches

Center for Freethought Equality Deadline tomorrow, I need your help         Hi John, Trump’s return to power lies in churches across the country, where Christian Nationalism thrives.  Last month, Rev. Ken Peters, obsessed with the 2020 election results, proclai…
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
February 26, 2022 at 3:39 PM

The latest FEC filings will make your jaw drop

Center for Freethought Equality 72 hrs deadline: can you help?         John, I’ve got some sobering news. The latest FEC filings show that Trump-backed, Christian Nationalist candidates have shattered fundraising records.  Even more ominous, President Trump’s p…
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
February 25, 2022 at 12:25 AM

Why these false claims are so dangerous

Center for Freethought Equality Give me two minutes to explain         John,  I realized there was something else I wanted to mention in yesterday’s email. One of the consistent themes at these ReAwaken events is the false claims of election fraud. Speakers on …
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
February 23, 2022 at 8:05 PM

Report from the latest ReAwaken America event

Center for Freethought Equality Congressional candidate vows to “raise up armies”         Last Friday, thousands traveled to attend the most recent ReAwaken America Tour event in Canton, OH.  One attendee told a reporter of Canton’s The Repository that she came…
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
February 16, 2022 at 4:20 PM

Still waiting to hear your thoughts

Center for Freethought Equality Are January 6 insurrectionists being unfairly maligned?         Dear John,   A quick follow-up to my message yesterday (see below).  This survey closes at midnight tonight, and I really hope to hear from you. Please let us know: …
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
February 15, 2022 at 12:02 AM

SURVEY: Are Jan 6 protestors being unfairly maligned?

Center for Freethought Equality Will you share your thoughts?         Dear John,   I know it’s still shocking to think about a major political party calling an attempted coup on our government, “legitimate political discourse.” But long before the Republican Pa…
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
February 12, 2022 at 3:37 PM

Orwellian

Center for Freethought Equality Wondering if you’re with me on this one.         John -  Calling the violence on January 6 “legitimate political discourse” is nothing short of Orwellian. That statement, made publicly by the Republican National Committee, repres…
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
February 10, 2022 at 11:05 PM

They just called political violence - “legitimate discourse”

Center for Freethought Equality What will you do to counter anti-democratic falsehoods?         Dear John, Last Friday, the Republican Party declared the January 6th insurrection “legitimate political discourse.” Think about that for a minute. Thousands of arme…
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
February 7, 2022 at 12:16 PM

2 candidates that signal a terrifying election

Center for Freethought Equality Can I get your help on this?         Hi John, It’s terrifying to consider candidates like Bianca Gracia, former President of Latinos For Trump, and Heidi St. John, MAGA podcaster, ever becoming elected officials. But that’s the r…
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
February 6, 2022 at 7:15 PM

Here come Trump’s acolytes

Center for Freethought Equality Who will stop them?         Hi John, In a signal for how extreme Republican candidates will be during this year’s elections, two radical Christian Nationalists just announced their candidacy. Bianca Gracia, former President of La…
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
February 4, 2022 at 8:12 PM

Quick question re: your local elected officials

Center for Freethought Equality Do you know any atheists or humanists in office?         John,  I wanted to reach out one more time, to see if you could help us identify atheists or humanists who hold elected office in your local government.  You don’t need to …
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
February 3, 2022 at 12:21 AM

[SURVEY] Know any atheist or humanist elected officials?

Center for Freethought Equality Let us know so we can support them.         Hi John,   As Christian Nationalists work overtime to recruit and install pro-Trump sycophants to elected office, there’s something free and easy you can do to help counter these forces…
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
February 1, 2022 at 1:32 AM

LAST CHANCE: help us stop religious zealots

Center for Freethought Equality Just 13 donors to go!         Hi John,   With hours from our midnight deadline, we need just 13 more donors to hit our goal! As you read this, white Christian Nationalists are reaching out to pro-Trump preachers to run for office…
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
January 31, 2022 at 7:00 PM

Steve Bannon: He’s organizing preachers

Center for Freethought Equality DEADLINE: We need your help         Hi John, Listen to what Steve Bannon had to say at an event last October with pro-Trump preachers: “We won in 2016. We won in 2020—the most corrupt election in the history of our country, probab…
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
January 30, 2022 at 3:01 PM

Big money to install pro-Trump pastors

Center for Freethought Equality Your support still pending:         Hi John, “We are a Christian country. And the Founders were—definitely—and our founding documents were written under prayer each day of the writing.”  That was Joan Lindsey. Her foundation has p…
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
January 29, 2022 at 3:39 PM

Why we need more humanists in government

Center for Freethought Equality Give me a minute to explain:         Hi John, I know I’ve mentioned before that the Center for Freethought Equality is the political arm of the American Humanist Association.  That means we lobby to advance humanist values, and s…
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
January 28, 2022 at 3:00 PM

Checking in about this end of month goal

Center for Freethought Equality I was hoping you’d support us         Hi John, I wanted to check in about that email I sent to you on Wednesday.  Christian Nationalists right now are recruiting pro-Trump pastors to run for office and support Trump’s vision for …
  Ron Millar, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
January 26, 2022 at 3:01 PM

How Christian Nationalists are redoubling their efforts

Center for Freethought Equality Will you be one in a hundred?         Hi John, How did we come so close to a coup of our government?  One underappreciated explanation: the role of Christian Nationalists. According to Katherine Stewart, a journalist and author c…
  Rachel Deitch, Center for Freethought Equality · [email protected]
January 22, 2022 at 4:17 PM

Religious tests for elected officials

Center for Freethought Equality They’re targeting our champions         Hi John, I’m following up on a message Ron sent you a couple of days ago.  Our champions in government are about to be attacked by a new, radical religious organization, and it’s critical t…