the struggle against superstition, belief, faith, mythology, ignorance and religion has been at the core of the project for civilization since the dawn of history. i am facing the same challenges that millions have before me, for thousands of years.

the fact that it seemed like we had defeated religion in the west after the triumph of secularism in the french revolution make this extra frustrating. i have had the luxury to live my life in freedom, without the retarding effects of religion.

the fact remains, nonetheless: the triumph of secularism over religion is incomplete, and this struggle remains. i have no choice but to continue to fight it with as much vigour and resolve as my ancestors before me did.