Potent Quotable (November 2022)

Essays
Written By Nathan Box

“When a significant segment of the politically engaged population stands firmly opposed to science, reason, and critical thinking, intelligent debate and policy making become impossible.” -David Niose

“Neither Maria nor I had majored in philosophy, but in real life every college student soon or later becomes a late-night philosopher.” -David Niose

“If by any possibility the existence of power superior to, and independent of, nature should be demonstrated, there will be enough time to kneel. Until then let us stand erect.” -Robert G. Ingersoll

“All of this points to a future that appreciates secularity as a valid worldview and sees the divisive, revelation-based religions of the world for what they are: the efforts of uninformed ancient men to understand a frightening world.” -David Niose

“A bright American future is not possible with fundamentalist thinkers in charge, with men and women who look for biblical explanations for all worldly phenomena, who feel that all human events are a mere prelude to the Second Coming of Jesus, who don’t just love their country but feel it plays a mysterious role in biblical prophecy, who reject categorically the notion that humans can solve human problems, and who believe with every fiber of their being that men, women, and children are inherently wretched and can be saved only by their omnipotent and omniscient creator.” David Niose

Be good to each other,

Nathan

Nathan Box
Hello! My name is Nathan. I've always believed I would meet that special someone in one of two places; either a record store or a book store. Maybe I need to amend? I moved to Seattle in February of 2011 from Oklahoma City (Try and not hold the Sonics/Thunder thing against me). I knew I wanted to work for a nonprofit and go to grad school. Within a couple of months, I was doing both. During the day, I work as a Fund Developer and Community Relations Manager for a nonprofit in Kent and at night I try to stay as busy as possible volunteering, trying new restaurants, finding hidden bars and exploring Seattle. The past few years has been both terrifying and exhilarating. I have done things on my own I didn’t think were within my capability. I love being outdoors. On any given weekend, I can be found hiking, on a road trip, volunteering, at a museum, seeing a movie (I see a lot of them). I am passionate about nonprofit work. I feel called to leave a mark on this world. Nothing against those who enjoy making tons of money, I just need to know I am making a difference.
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