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Written by Bart Farkas
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The James Randi Educational Foundation is a non-profit organization that was founded in 1996. The list of accomplishments by the foundation and its founder, James Randi is legion, but as we know all too well, in order to keep fighting the fight against charlatans, uninformed media, and as Randi would say “woo-woo”, we need to continue to cultivate support from skeptics the world over.
Perhaps the easiest way to support the JREF is to simply become a member of the foundation. In a very real way memberships are what drive the JREF and it’s critical that we continue to receive the heartfelt support of critical thinkers like you.
Membership funds go to underwriting the JREF’s operations, which include:
- Outreach to grassroots skeptics
- Regional Workshops on a variety of skeptical topics
- Educator Grants for teachers
- The Amaz!ng Meeting
- The Million Dollar Challenge
Members of the James Randi Educational Foundation enjoy free access to Regional Workshops, access to members-only parties and events throughout the year, a discount for TAM registration, and the pride of knowing that they are supporting a worthwhile organization that is working to further critical thinking the world over.
Becoming a member is a breeze and can be done easily and securely online at www.randi.org site/index.php/support-us.html (click the Become A Member button), and for students is a bargain at only $25, while the Basic membership is only $50. If you are not a member of the JREF but support our mission, why not become an official member today and enjoy not only the benefits of membership, but the knowledge that you are supporting a worthwhile cause that is working to make the world a better and safer place for all of us.
To become a member now, click here. Thanks for your support! |
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Written by Harriet Hall, MD (The SkepDoc)
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Here is a recap of the stories that appeared last week at Science-Based Medicine, a multi-author skeptical blog that separates the science from the woo in medicine.
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Written by Tim Farley
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The Amazing Meeting Sunday paper presentations led directly to my involvement in skepticism. They could get you involved too - but only if you submit a proposal.
When I am interviewed about my work as a skeptic, the question sometimes comes up: how did you get started? My personal story revolves around The Amazing Meeting and it's a story that any skeptic could emulate.
Like many Americans growing up in the sixties and seventies, I was exposed to a great deal of pseudoscience, such as stories of UFOs and the Bermuda Triangle. But at the same time I was very interested in real science, particularly astronomy. I started to be skeptical, but never took it further.
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Latest JREF News
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Dear Friends,
We are thrilled to announce that The Amaz!ng Meeting (TAM) returns in just a few months: July 11-14, 2013 at the South Point Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, NV.
The Amaz!ng Meeting (TAM) is the leading conference focused on scientific skepticism. People from all over the world come to TAM each year to share learning, laughs, and the skeptical perspective with their friends and a host of distinguished guest speakers, panelists, and workshop presenters.
This annual gathering of critical thinkers is an unparalleled opportunity to make like-minded friends, enjoy some of the brightest minds on issues important to us, and leave with tools for spreading a helpful and skeptical message to those who might be hurt by charlatans and unfounded belief. TAM is like a vacation from the nonsense we confront every day, and a time to celebrate skepticism.
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Newsflash
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Written by Harriet Hall, MD (The SkepDoc)
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Here is a recap of the stories that appeared last week at Science-Based Medicine, a multi-author skeptical blog that separates the science from the woo in medicine.
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