Those who want to be offended don't have the right to try and close down the newspaper that offends them.

God did not create man in his own image. Evidently, it was quite the other way about, which is the painless explanation for the profusion of gods and religions, and the fratricide both between and among faiths, that we see all about us and that has so retarded the development of civilization.

If someone tells me that I've hurt their feelings I'm still waiting to hear what your point is.

Jesus, it is true, shows no personal interest in gain, but he does speak of treasure in heaven and even of mansions as an inducement to follow him. Is it not further true that all religions down the ages have shown a keen interest in the amassment of material goods in the real world?

Friends call me Hitch. Maybe it can be turned into a 900-phone number. People would pay to talk to me.

My own opinion is enough for me. And I claim the right to defend it against any consensus, any majority anywhere, any place, any time. And anyone who disagrees with this can pick a number, get in line and kiss my ass.

[E]xceptional claims demand exceptional evidence.