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"It’s a bit ironic that PZ Myers is offended by the direction that skepticism is taking yet seems blind to the re-branding of “freethought” that he supports."
— Sandwalk: Atheism, Skepticism, and Canada’s Centre for Inquiry
Elevatorgate: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know and More
What is this Elevatorgate thing everybody mentions? Believe it or not, there are still a few atheists out there who are not familiar with the controversy known as Elevatorgate. I thought I’d share one of the best sources of information on the incident and its aftermath I’ve been able to find. Freethought Kampala wrote two incredibly thorough posts on the subject in 2011:
The first will bring you up to speed on the Elevatorgate incident itself, and the second will explain the beginnings of the aftermath, something many are continuing to deal with today.
The University of Wyoming Police Department issued a citation Monday afternoon in Albany County Circuit Court for Meg Lanker-Simons, a woman allegedly threatened last week in a social media post.
Authorities allege the post was a hoax.
False or exaggerated claims that one is being harassed or threatened make it more difficult for law enforcement to assist with cases of genuine harassment.
