Originally Posted by Libertine

I think you'll find that few atheists have a problem with people like Jay Bakker.

The problem with religion are the people who try to force it into the classroom, into politics, etc. If nobody speaks out against them, theirs will be the only voice that is heard.

And no, discussion does not imply forcing your opinion on others. If someone tells you that Rick Astley is the best musician in human history, is he forcing you to become a Rick Astley fan? If someone tells you Coke tastes better than Pepsi, is he forcing you to start buying Coke instead of Pepsi?